I have had no previous record before
answered on Apr 1, 2024
The short answer is "not yet." Any offense that was dismissed is immediately expungable. However, convictions are different.
This conviction will be expungable five years after you complete the sentence for it, provided you meet certain requirements. You must have no... View More 
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
Consult with an attorney after you personally contact the DOS. You will probably need to do most of this yourself, but advice or representation to get paid in full receipts may be needed. There are alot of factors involved, especially completion of all Sentence requirements which you have... View More
Can I challenge proper use of Quantum Language Parse Syntax Grammar?
Can I challenge jurisdiction?
And should I appear as special witness for myself?
They found drugs in the car.
Amount unknown it wasn't my car or my drugs.
They also gave me a dui.... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Hire an attorney now to prepare for a preliminary hearing, and and motion to suppress evidence if indicted. If the stop and search are legal then your lack of admission is not needed. That is probably a felony besides the DUI which takes your TNDL. Work, stay out of trouble and probably time... View More
Can I challenge proper use of Quantum Language Parse Syntax Grammar?
Can I challenge jurisdiction?
And should I appear as special witness for myself?
They found drugs in the car.
Amount unknown it wasn't my car or my drugs.
They also gave me a dui.... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
While challenging the validity of the traffic stop and the use of Quantum Language Parse Syntax Grammar may be possible avenues for defense, success in having your case thrown out depends on various factors, including the evidence presented and the arguments made in court. Challenging jurisdiction... View More
2013 I had DUI I plead guilty was sentenced and put on probation I violated probation for not going to probation and then was sentenced again and probation was terminated one yr later I caught a charge and was sentenced to 6 mo for vop that I was no longer on and was terminated court records have... View More
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answered on Feb 20, 2024
Why did your lawyer not move to dismiss the redundant conviction? Whether the convictions were in General Sessions or Criminal Court has some bearing on how to address it. But apparently you did nothing but go to jail. You might correct the record now and expunge the nonexistent conviction,... View More
I felt very manipulated and coerced and it felt like i was set up
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
In a case involving DUI, intent to distribute meth, and weapons charges, your best defense would typically depend on the specific circumstances surrounding your arrest. To strengthen your defense, consider the following:
1. Consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney in Nashville,... View More
He drug me out of the car and asked me to do a field sobriety test in which I passed with flying colors, and as soon as we got done, he arrested me and puts me in the back of cop car, and then takes me to get my blood drawn from hospital, but I wasn't intoxicated, I just had an open container
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
In the United States, it is possible to be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) even if you passed a field sobriety test. While passing the field sobriety test can be a positive factor in your case, it's not the sole determinant of whether you can be arrested for DUI. Law enforcement... View More
He drug me out of the car and asked me to do a field sobriety test in which I passed with flying colors, and as soon as we got done, he arrested me and puts me in the back of cop car, and then takes me to get my blood drawn from hospital, but I wasn't intoxicated, I just had an open container
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answered on Jan 8, 2024
LEO apparently had probably cause to get the Warrant issued. You should not have consented to either a breath or blood test. Any amount of intoxicant will be used against you. And it is alot easier to get back a TNDL without a DUI conviction. Hire an attorney.
Then he cant be held as a credible witness??!! All testimonies sworn under oath are recorded right?
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answered on Dec 17, 2023
Any hearing in court should be either audio recorded and/or recorded by a court reporter. You could request a transcript of the hearing which could be used to impeach the witness at a later date. Impeaching is the fancy term for calling someone a liar in court by showing the inconsistency in their... View More
I was arrested in a Walmart parking lot after someone called 911 thinking I had overdosed. The ambulance came, and wanted to check me out so I let them. After I got out of vehicle the cops were there, and immediately took me to jail on DUI charges. I was given no field sobriety test or a... View More
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answered on Oct 11, 2023
Do not plead guilty to DUI as it is a decent case. The hospital blood test might help, but the prescribed drug in your system will be used by the DA. It is possible that an objection to its admissibility might be successful. I would be concerned about what you said to the LEOs, and whatever... View More
My husband has been convicted of domestic violence and is serving 11 months and 29 days after failing to comply with an agreement he made with the court. The charges had been set in abeyance awaiting completion of the agreement. He chose not to complete the agreement. The judge has now sentenced... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2023
If the Judge ordered a Sentence then there was a Conviction, and it was a Misdemeanor at General Sessions Court which was not bound over. Apparently he has one or more charges that were initiated by an Arrest Warrant at Sessions which were not disposed of, that is no conviction nor dismissal. DA... View More
I was arrested for DUI in November of 2019, and have yet to be convicted. The case keeps getting reset due to Covid and other issues within the court. It’s now been almost 4 years since my arrest. Does this count as being past the 1 year statute of limitations?
answered on Jun 20, 2023
Unfortunately, the answer is likely no. However, there are a few potential ways the length of time may become relevant and result in a resolution of your case. The first question is dependent on whether the case is still in general sessions or in criminal court. If the case is still in general... View More
I was arrested for DUI in November of 2019, and have yet to be convicted. The case keeps getting reset due to Covid and other issues within the court. It’s now been almost 4 years since my arrest. Does this count as being past the 1 year statute of limitations?
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answered on May 31, 2023
If the warrant was issued within 1 year of the incident, then it is timely initiated. Your lawyer could make a speedy trial motion, but it might just get you convicted sooner. Talk to your lawyer.
Ignored my multiple requests, doesn’t that violate my rights?
answered on Jun 3, 2023
Police only have to read you your rights (Miranda rights) if they intend on questioning you after your arrest. Once you are detained, the officers should mirandize you and only get a statement from you after you've waived your rights to an attorney and against self-incrimination. Anything you... View More
My son got a dui in my truck. He asked if I could pick it up. It was walking distance for me. It was denied. It cost me 250 to get out. Just to towe a few miles. What are the laws
answered on Mar 27, 2023
Yes, the Tennessee Supreme Court has actually held that a police officer must provide an individual the opportunity to make their own arrangements for their vehicle rather than inventory search the vehicle and tow it in a case called Drinkard. However, this issue only becomes relevant as far as any... View More
I have not had a drink in over 40 years
answered on Jan 12, 2023
If you were arrested for DUI it is imperative that you hire a DUI lawyer. Officers routinely write "strong odor of alcohol, slurred speech, unsteady on feet, red watery and bloodshot eyes" in nearly every arrest warrant for DUI. The only recourse is to question him on the witness stand in... View More
I was arrested 12/3/21 for dui. Since my 1st court date my case has been postponed because the arresting officer has been away on military leave. I'm getting ready to go back to court soon. When I go back it will have been over a year. Is it possible to ask to have the case dismissed?
answered on Dec 13, 2022
The SOL may have been met by the Arrest Warrant. However, you should have your lawyer review the arrest warrant to make sure each element of the offense is supported by factual details. If an element of DUI is not supported factually within the arrest warrant then your lawyer can move for the court... View More
DUI was 3 yrs ago. No accident or any damage. I was very compliant. Was given absolute minimum punishment including unsupervised probation from day one. In the states database I am eligible to get my license. But I don’t have a vehicle in my name to put the interlock device on so TN will not even... View More
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answered on Dec 7, 2022
Interlock is only for a restricted license. There must be some part of the
Sentence you did not comply with. Hire an attorney to deal with Department of
Safety. Insurance requirement will be tough since it must apply to any vehicle drove.
You may have to demand a DOS Hearing.
DUI was 3 yrs ago. No accident or any damage. I was very compliant. Was given absolute minimum punishment including unsupervised probation from day one. In the states database I am eligible to get my license. But I don’t have a vehicle in my name to put the interlock device on so TN will not even... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2022
Unfortunately, although an ignition interlock is not a requirement of a DUI conviction in Tennessee, as the other attorney eluded to, it is a requirement that you have an ignition interlock on a vehicle for one year to be eligible to get your license reinstated. As such, to get your license back... View More
answered on Nov 2, 2022
Charges can be filed against you at any point within the statute of limitations. However, due to the highly-science-dependent nature of DUI prosecution, if you were not administered field sobriety tests at the scene, nor were you administered blood draws, which were sent to TBI, it is unlikely the... View More
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