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My fiancé and I got into a verbal disagreement. Her mother threatened me with a gun and pulled a knife. I grabbed a knife, scraped them together, and threw them down. Now I’m charged with two counts of aggravated assault, despite not threatening or advancing. There were no witnesses, just us... View More 
answered on Apr 17, 2025
Yes. Regardless of what you did with the knives, they will be considered a deadly weapon. There is nothing that can stop the State from charging you with asault. The lack of witnesses can work both ways. Essentially, it is a "he said, she said" situation.
I think that your... View More
I am going through an uncontested divorce after 7 years of marriage. We have two young children and have already put a child support agreement in place. We are not seeking to divide either party's 401(k). What should we be aware of in the divorce process given these circumstances?
answered on Mar 20, 2025
Typically the courts in the State of Tennessee will sign off on a property division agreement. It should be in a Marital Dissolution Agreement that is signed by each party before a notary. A child support agreement will be more heavily scrutinized. You need to download a Tennessee child support... View More
I was married to my husband, Robert Edwin Atchley, for 37 years until he passed away during surgery. Since his passing, I've faced hostility from his family, who have stated I'm no longer recognized as part of the family and have refused to support me financially, despite my ongoing... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
In the State of Tennessee, a will must have signatures from 2 witnesses that will attest that the person is of sound mind and body. Some of the better wills have a notary sign off on the person's signature and the two witnesses. An amendment to a will is a codicil. For a codicil to be... View More
It would be my 1st violation
answered on Dec 10, 2024
Younever exactly know what will happen when you go to criminal court. Usually, it depends on the jurisdiction.
If this is truly your first criminal offense, then you can ask for diversion, which allows you to have your record expunged if you don't get in trouble for a year.... View More
The after care is a requirement for the juvenile to be at home
answered on Nov 28, 2024
Believe it or not, this happens all the time. Typically, the scenario is this. Someone abuses or threatens another person. Usually, it is a spouse or boyfriend or girlfriend. The person who did the abuse gets scared and calls the police and tells them that they were abused. This can be tough... View More
This is on a credit card from 18 years ago that I have no records of.
answered on Nov 26, 2024
In the State of Tennessee, the statute of limitations for breach of contract is six (6) years. There are certain ways that the creditors can obtain proof that you admitted the debt within 6 years. It could be a writing that you sent or it could be a recorded call with an admission. If it has... View More
I am concerned about what will show up on a background check for employment through the state of Tennessee. I have an arrest record from 2020, but I was not convicted of the charge I was originally arrested for. I would like to know if the original charge or any part of this process will appear on... View More
I have a misdemeanor on my record from 2020 for which all legal requirements have been completed, including probation. There are no other offenses on my record, and nothing pending. I am considering a job change and need to pass a background check. What type of lawyer can help me with expunging... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2025
A GOOD LOCAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU. IF YOU HAVE NO PRIOR DEFENSES, DID YOU GET A DIVERSION? USUALLY A DIVERSION IS A PREREQUISITE TO HAVING A CASE EXPUNGED.
A police officer forced their way into my home in Knoxville, TN, looking for my fiancé, claiming it was for a wellness check. They accused him of causing disorderly conduct in public, which he did not do. The police insisted he was in my house when he wasn’t, and returned the following day to... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2025
They should have had a warrant. I would contact a local criminal defense attorney.
I have a relative who has been convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment at the age of 59. During the incident involving his case, it was admitted that individuals were under the influence of drugs like crack cocaine, heroin, and marijuana. We are working on an appeal concerning this evidence.... View More
I am currently on probation with one year remaining, and I recently received a ticket for possession of drug paraphernalia. Will this affect my probation status, and what steps should I take next?
answered on Apr 10, 2025
If you can keeep it down to paraogebakuam I don''t see how that would affect your probation. With that type of case, there is no evidence of substance abuse. I would heavily suggest retaining a local lawyer.
I have to meet with the truancy board in Maury County, TN, because I altered doctor's notes for my son due to his school absences. I did not take him to the doctor because I'm working while caring for my sick grandmother. I previously had a meeting with the school about his missing 5 days... View More
Can my employer deny my workers' compensation claim because of my pregnancy, especially when I've suffered a ligament strain and pain due to poor ergonomics in my physically demanding job, and they've also denied me permission to see a doctor?
answered on Apr 5, 2025
The company may try to deny it. You can get a workers' comp attorney, and you won't pay anything unless they win.
DHS recently conducted a drug screen, and I was informed that I failed it due to suspected meth usage. At the time of the test, I was ill and taking cough syrup, which they were aware of. As a result, I was told I couldn't be around my granddaughter. I never received written results, and... View More
If someone in Tennessee, who is a first-time offender aged 48, is arrested for vandalism involving damages over $2,000, violating probation (details unknown), and driving fast to avoid a police stop, would they likely serve jail time?
answered on Mar 11, 2025
If you are a first time offender, you may want to discuss diversion with your criminal lawyer.
I am trying to retrieve my emotional support animal (ESA) dog from my ex, who has had her for the past two months. I have the dog's vet information in my name, and she is registered as my ESA. I also have text messages from my mother-in-law indicating they wouldn't keep the dog from me,... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
Have the attorney that you hired file a Motion with the court.
I need guidance on how to get a bond set for my wife, who is facing a felony charge of possession of a Schedule 2 drug with intent to resale in Madison County, Tennessee. This is her first offense, and it was a sealed indictment, so she bypassed general sessions and went directly to circuit court,... View More
I was charged with domestic assault with no injury or harm, and there was a protection order against me. There are legal proceedings scheduled, but I have not had prior charges. This is my first offense, and I have been complying with the protection order. I haven't sought legal representation... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
If this is your first offensek there are options for you. Get local counsel to help you with the charges.
I'm facing a situation where my wife lied to obtain an order of protection against me. Currently, I have not been formally served any legal papers, but the sheriff's department informed me to leave the house. I have moved in with my mother and can only maintain contact with my kids via... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2025
You need to hire an attorney to file an answer for you and appear at the court hearing.
I am involved in a collections case where a civil warrant was supposed to be served to me on December 5, 2024, but it was never actually served. I have not received any official communication regarding a court date, have not had any prior interactions with the creditor or collection agency, and... View More
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