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Can guns be in a locked safe in another bldg on our property?
answered on Jul 8, 2019
I would have your lawyer talk to your probation officer and/or judge. If you are not allowed to be around them, there may still be an issue.
Towards time served?
But he still hasn't got out whats going on
answered on Jul 2, 2019
Your question is difficult to understand. You may want to schedule an appointment with a local criminal defense attorney, so that he or she can ask you the appropriate questions.
I sent a complaint to my manager. He talked me out of going to HR with the complaint. I over heard some people involved in my complaint make comments that suggested my complaint was leaked to them. On the day of, I heard him talk about being worried about being fired and after lunch he tapped my... View More 
answered on Jul 1, 2019
That appears to be a very fact-based question that may need some more development by witnesses that were around, if any, and/or the strength of your own testimony.
If you knew that there was truly no gun and that the guy was just simply harassing you, it may not rise to the level of a... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2019
I don't think that it really matters (but may be taken into consideration) the age or condition of the parties. If you are assaulted by someone, you can file a charge for assault with the local sheriff's department.
answered on Jun 27, 2019
You may want to contact Legal Aid of East Tennessee or petition for a public defender or appointed attorney.
We sent a demand letter to the city a few weeks ago and recieved no response. Whom do we contact to file a criminal complaint on a city employee for official misconduct.
answered on Jun 27, 2019
Any criminal complaint would be filed through your local sheriff's office. That is a matter for the District Attorneys to handle.
If you made a demand for monetary damages and threatened criminal prosecution, that would subject you to charges for criminal extortion, so be careful.... View More
Broken ribs . Since I’m mother the blame me .
answered on Jun 26, 2019
I'm not fully certain that I understand your question. In a generic sense, it is possible to drop felony charges to misdemeanor charges; however, it sounds like you are in a tough situation, just base upon what you said. You need to consult local criminal defense counsel as soon as possible.
I chose not to go with down to the hospital but my blood pressure was 80 / 60 they strongly advise me to but I chose not to I didn't want to walk back and could not afford it plus I felt better after I threw up a few times in their presence It also says in the paper that they gave me when they... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2019
If you had parafernalia, you had it. I would consult with a local criminal defense attorney.
answered on Jun 23, 2019
Probably not. Go to a local gun dealer that does checks through the TBI and find out whether you can qualify or not.
But the whole reason i ran is i have ptsd and it triggered a flash back and subsequently a panic attack so i freaked drove off,is not a way i can recieve probation instead of prison bc of my mental condition
answered on Jun 23, 2019
Criminal law is difficult to judge as providing an answer. If you are going for probation instead of prison, then you will have to provide affidavits, depositions, or live testimony from your provider. I would not enter into a plea bargain without first contacting a local criminal defense... View More
Last 4 years of my fathers life I took care of him by doing anything and everything that a person who can barely walk and who can’t drive needs to have done. My dad told me that If I did those things I could live with him rent free and he’d help me with anything I needed. Year one I helped... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2019
There are a lot of considerations in this type of situation. If you have an advanced directive, which is essentially a power of attorney for health care, and a regular power of attorney for financial issues, that will help. The next consideration is nursing home care, and, statistics show that a... View More
Ok my wife got interstate probation transfered to Indiana from Tennessee there was a domestic issue in the home probation officer told her she had to go live with her uncle in Kentucky gave her a travel permit on her visit to probation she failed a drug test and probation officer call her uncle ask... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2019
First of all, violation of probation is treated seriously. It really depends on the PO and the judge. Some of my clients get violated after 4 times, and for others it is earlier. There are a lot of scenarios. Jail time is common; however, a lot of time if you are working, you can do it on... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2019
You've given them notice, but if you are serious about it, in a criminal sense, then you need to file for an Order of Protection with your local police department. If they bother you then, you have the right to call the police and have them arrested. As always, I suggest consulting with a... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2019
I'm not sure what the question is, because this is a statement. In Tennessee, shoplifting is formally called Theft of Property $500 or less. Theft in Tennessee is graded by dollar amounts–$500, $1000, $10,000, and anything over $10,000. Theft $500 or less is a Class A misdemeanor,... View More
I was the one who spoke to the cops and dealt with it with them. Our sister can’t take off work as easily as I can. Since he lives with me, does she have to be at court too?
answered on Jun 12, 2019
She should be there with him as his guardian; however, you could be subpoenaed as a witness.
COULD I GET IT EXPUNGE
answered on Jun 11, 2019
Likely not considering the charge. You should consult with local criminal defense counsel to help you out.
answered on Jun 9, 2019
39-14-406. Aggravated criminal trespass.
(a) A person commits aggravated criminal trespass who enters or remains on property when:
(1) The person knows the person does not have the property owner's effective consent to do so; and
(2) The person intends, knows, or is... View More
I'm living in Florida and I now have a probation warranty in Tennessee
answered on Jun 9, 2019
I had a guy picked up in Philadelphia, PA by Tennessee Dectectives, because he did not serve his 48 hours for 1st time DUI. He was flown to Tennessee and put in jail.
answered on Jun 6, 2019
Generally, in my experience, the District Attorneys file notices to seek enhanced punishment when you refuse their plea bargain and decide to fight.
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