Questions Answered by Cayley Turrin
Q: In Tennessee can the state (DNV) order a ignition interlock device and a SR22 without a court order
Q: In Tennessee is it legal for a police officer to post surveillance camera footage from a home security camera
It is legal. Unfortunately it is very unfair and puts that person in a bad light that may not have done anything wrong but it is allowed.
Q: Need help in a criminal peliminary hearing so I don't get in trouble and sent back to jail like they did before to me
I would suggest consulting with a local criminal attorney immediately about your situation.
Q: hi, so this is my first time ever in trouble with the court of law and I’ve beeb charged with possession
I completely agree even if it is paraphernalia the court takes it very seriously and you should hire an attorney immediately.
Q: Can I be charged with child abuse or neglect simply on the bases of being high on drugs while the child is in my care
Yes you can. This would be a very serious charge and you should consult with a criminal attorney immediately if you are charged with this.
Q: Is Tennessee law that they have 180 days from the signing of a waiver of extrad to pick you up or dismiss the case?
Technically yes but they need to ask for permission to keep extending it by 30 days each time.
Q: What do I do a detective called wants me to come in.
Completely agree. Contact a local criminal attorney immediately to go with you.
Q: My niece is in a bad living situation. She will be 17 in Feb. Can she legally move out? She lives in Tennessee
Unfortunately no but you can make an anonymous tip to DCS if you are very worried for her.
Q: If I am 16 can go to jail for truancy
You can be housed in juvenile detention for this if the Judge decides it’s appropriate.
Q: My gf has a top on me but harassing me at work.after owner ban from establishment already. But has now snuck in went
I would suggest contacting an attorney to be with you at your order of protection hearing as it sounds like she could manipulate the situation.
Q: 2 months of deice on suspend probation left. Got pulled over for driving on suspend and simple possession what to expect
You violated your probation by picking up a new charge and can expect them to try and put your sentence into effect. I would suggest hiring an attorney immediately.
Q: Hey, wondering if it is wrong to just date if my girlfriend is 15 and I’m 18.no sexual content. With her parents knowing
It is not wrong but you should be warned that this could lead down a bad path that could have you facing charges later.
Q: My bf got convicted of a stat rape charge in 2000. He just got arrested for violation of sexual registry.
The best advice I could give you is to hire him an attorney immediately. It is a serious charge against him and would not be best for him to represent himself.
Q: I.e.Good Semaritin laws /OD immunity. Can a person be charged with possession if they posses Drugs they did not OD on?
I have represented people who have OD'd and have been charged with the drugs that were found in their possession.
Q: My daughter just got charged with assault. She has to go in front of the judge Monday morning what should I expect?
That is not good. I would suggest hiring an attorney for her immediately so it does not affect her future.
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