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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Will my aggravated assault charges be dropped if the victim doesn’t show up to court at all??

I was charged with aggravated assault against my boyfriend but he isnt going to show up to court and I’m trying to see if the charges will be dropped completely or will i still have to deal with something with probation or anything like that??

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jun 15, 2020

The charges will not generally be automatically dropped. The District Attorney's office will want to know if the victim is serious about not prosecuting. In my experience, you may have to go to court up to 3 times to make sure the victim is not serious about prosecuting.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: Can the victim of a order of protection get in trouble for violating it?

my nephews i guess now ex keeps knowingly violating the order of protection.My mom has run her off several times.now last night she had him arrested for violating.there both at fault.But she gets off scott free.

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jun 13, 2020

Generally, there are 2 ways that our firm does orders of protection. If you need one immediately, and you are not in litigation, then you usually go to the local police department. If the order is violated, you can call the police to arrest the person in violation. If you have an order of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Tennessee on
Q: My husband is in jail we been separated for over two years what will I have to pay for devorice he is in jail
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jun 11, 2020

We can't tell you what an attorney will charge for a divorce, because attorneys will charge different prices based on their view of the circumstances. I doubt that the fact that he is in jail will significantly change the overall price, because we are used to scheduling appointments in jail... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Tennessee on
Q: What rule(s) support for late disclosure of an expert witness after stage of summary judgement but before trial?

Case has had lots of lawyer turnover on plaintiff side, court has found fault with lawyers and not plaintiff. In resetting timelines, expert witness deadline got overlooked. During deposition, one of witnesses from defendant side called john doe made statement saying "X" and cited source... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jun 10, 2020

Generally speaking, there will be a Scheduling Order drafted by the parties and approved by the court. This governs the deadlines that you have to take expert testimony.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Child Support, Constitutional Law and Construction Law for Tennessee on
Q: What does violation of conditions of community supervision mean
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Apr 8, 2020

It is like Violation of Probation. It means that you have violated the terms of your agreement. Depending on your agreement, the jurisdiction, the DA and the Judge, many things could happen. If it is your first time, nothing may happen. You could get a fine. You could be in a situation where... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: what do i do if a drug task force agent comes to my job to talk to me

15th district drug task force in Tennessee has contacted me vie phone wanting to come to my job in the 13th district and I don't know why or what I need to do

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Apr 5, 2020

Call an attorney and follow his or her advice. The attorney will probably want to act as a buffer between you and the agent.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: If pulled over for following too close and then drugs are found in vehicle and no citation was given for the offense you

Were stopped for does that make it an illegal search

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Mar 19, 2020

THE STANDARD FOR A SEARCH IS PROBABLE CAUSE, WHICH IS A LOW STANDARD. IT COULD BE THAT THEY SMELLED SOMETHING OR SAW SOMETHING.

YOU CAN FIGHT IT; HOWEVER, IT IS A TOUGH BATTLE.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Insurance Defense for Tennessee on
Q: So I got pulled over in my bfs car on my way to work with no insurance. We then go insurance the next day.

What will happen at court?

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 19, 2020

You could be fined; however, I have found the courts to be friendly to you if you demonstrate that you have acquired insurance when you appear at court.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: How long is a criminal tresspass for when. It is a manager at a walmart who called the cops on you.
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 15, 2020

I'm not sure that I understand your question. There would be a reason that you would be guilty of trespass at Walmart, like a prior theft. If there is a warrant out for you, you will need to consult with an attorney to help you with it, because it will not just go away.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Are police officers required to arrest people with Misd. Violation of Probation Warrants?

What are the consequences if they do not?

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 14, 2020

Yes. Violation of Probation is treated seriously in the State of Tennessee. If you have a warrant out, then you should consult with local counsel.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: What physical or mental disabilities would allow a defendant to avoid jail?

Can a defendant avoid jail time if they had a bona fide disability that could not be treated in jail?

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 12, 2020

It is possible; however, you need to consult with a local criminal defense attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I hire a lawyer with an outstanding warrant?or do I have to turn myself in first?
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 9, 2020

You can and should hire an attorney at any given point. Some courts will require you to turn yourself in, and in others, the attorney may be able to get you out of the warrant.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: I was found guilty of criminal contempt for violating an ex parte order of protection. Can it be expunged?

On the court website the charge shows as violation of a protection order, but it should have been criminal contempt. I know violating a order of protection is not expungeable, but I don’t know if criminal contempt is expungeable. I’m not sure if I should be worried that the charge may have been... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Feb 7, 2020

Generally speaking, in the State of Tennessee, anything that shows you are guilty will stay on your record forever. A plea bargain is an admission of guilt. If it was a first time offence, then you may be eligible for diversion. If you get that, then you will have a suspended sentence for one... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: if someone gets you charged with a crime and locked up can you have them charged with a crime as well?
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jan 29, 2020

You can file a charge with the local police department against anyone that has committed a criminal offense against you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have a question about the court system in child neglect / and or / failure to protect.

Can mother be prosecuted and put on probation for said crime when accused has not been convicted?

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jan 21, 2020

No. You have to be convicted for there to be some type of sentence. A conviction can either be by a jury or if you accept a plea by the District Attorney, you are convicted. I would hire a local attorneyl

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: how do i find out someones court date in Georgia that is incarcerated?
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jan 19, 2020

Call the Court Clerk's office in that county, and they will tell you.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Agricultural Law for Tennessee on
Q: I was let go today and sold a service that was complete, but not paid for yet. Am I still eligible for the commission?

We aren't paid out our commissions until the client pays. I was not terminated for poor job performance, and I completed most of this particular job myself before I was terminated.

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jan 16, 2020

If you have a contract, then you should have a breach of contract action.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: My boyfriend was arrested for domestic violence against me i want to drop charges can i if so how i think the state

Pressed The charges originally but if im the victim cant i have them dropped

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jan 14, 2020

You can drop the charges all you want to; however, the State will still think there is or was a case. It could take you 3 to 4 court cases to completely get them dropped if you back off. Don't file charges if you don't mean them.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Tennessee on
Q: My boyfriend went back to prison for violating parole for skipping State how much time will he get
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Dec 4, 2019

It varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. First, I would read your probation agreement, and see what it says. Ultimately it is up to the judge. Courts treat Violation of Probation seriously, so I would definitely retain a local criminal defense attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Family Law for Tennessee on
Q: In Tennessee what degree of abuse would allow severe child abuse charges to be filed

A 3 month old baby has several bruises and the dr at Vanderbilt states the child is a victim of physical child abuse. He has been injured with hands and objects. If he is returned to his parents he is likely to sustain life threatening if not life ending injuries. Would this not be enough for... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Dec 3, 2019

Based upon our experience, if all facts are true, as stated, then the DCS is taking a polar opposite view than they do around here. I would make sure that they are cognizant of all relevant facts, because once they open up a case, it rarely comes to an end anytime soon.

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