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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Carrying concealed firearm in TennesseeTennessee is a permit-less carry state but I’m still hesitant of carrying in car

What should I do and say if I get pulled over? What If I’m the passenger?

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answered on Jul 13, 2023

You do not need to announce that you are armed unless asked. You do not need to show the weapon to the officer. Doing either of the foregoing could be considered a threat to LEO. I have even refused to show the LEO my weapon when requested with no problem since it is not the LEO's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Real Estate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: A man came to my door fraudulently claiming to be a tax assesor informed me that he was here to do building

And structure measurements to be certain the county had the correct information .I only agreed because he claimed to be the tax assessor. I became suspicious and called the county assessor and was informed that he had not been here since 2021.i later discovered he was hired by my neighbor posing as... View More

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answered on Apr 19, 2023

Those are crimes which need to be reported to the Sheriff. Be ready to give specific information.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Collections and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: What is a civil warrant that recalls suspended sentence for non payment of probation fees but it's been 1 year since

The end of your probation period can you go to jail?

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answered on Apr 7, 2023

If it is a Civil Warrant for General Sessions Court, then a VOP is not an issue. However once a Judgment for money is entered, post-judgment asset discovery is a possibility where contempt of Court is a possibility. Nonpayment of Court Costs can affect your Licenses. The Court Clerk is after... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have documentation stating that my husband is innocent. the judge is refusing to let him out, need help please

My Husband is being detained on charges that he did not commit. I have the documentation, also a compact disk showing my husband was set up. the charges are as follows (1) capias, out of criminal court (2) bond revocation. I have all documents. Hancock County court and Claiborne County court have... View More

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answered on Mar 27, 2023

Documentation is usually Heresay, but leads to Witnesses. Husband needs an attorney to represent him, so hire a competent one. Having charges in multiple Counties is difficult and expensive, as reaching a disposition in one Court just puts in jail in another County. Whatever he has been doing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Real Estate Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for Tennessee on
Q: I own 1/4 of ten acres, can I offer to convey all 10 acres to a third party?

My goal is to respond to a government-issued RFP to sell land for a new building site by offering the land for sale, gauge the interest of the government entity to see what they are willing to pay, then use that information to buyout the rest of the co-owners so that I can make a profit on the... View More

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answered on Mar 21, 2023

I do not understand your stated strategy. However if you are a tenant in common of an one/quarter undivided interest in the real property, you can only convey what you own. Any representation that you can convey a fee to ten acres is fraud. The proposed purchaser would probably find out... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Land Use & Zoning and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: TN. My house # is preventing me from selling it. It is 666. Can I sue to change it? 911 is in charge & said no.

I asked 911. They said only 2 houses need to be changed to stay in numerical order. My neighbor said no & 911 said they want them to agree. No 666 numbers are ever assigned. Buyers say no based on the 666 address. Help. I need to have it changed to move. Is there anything I can do legally? I... View More

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answered on Mar 2, 2023

Different Counties handle 911 and zoning issues differently. Hire an attorney in the applicable County to ask for the change in street address. Provide an appropriate alternate address. You may have to go before a County Commission or a Zoning Board. The County Mayor will probably be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can the tn dept of labor falsify court hearing records and testimony that supposedly I gave but I was not there

Tn dept of labor held a hearing and made a judgment based on a false testimony and appearance from me. I had no knowledge of this and my testimony in addition to my appearance Is on the transcription of court documents. Is this legal???

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answered on Feb 20, 2023

An appeal from an administrative hearing is in order. Hire an attorney.

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Q: My husband is incarcerated n had a preliminary hearing n they put it off again cause the cop didn't show up.
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answered on Jan 12, 2023

Did his lawyer move to dismiss for lack of prosecution? If not, was a motion made to reduce the bond? It sounds like he needs a real attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: What rights do I have and what should I do moving forward?

I saved someone whos heart had stopped, they became stiff, unresponsive and blue. i got pulse back and held it until the cops and emt arrived. They mysteriously found drugs in my property, which I told them specifically that I wasnt comfortable with because i was alone and frazzled and hAd also... View More

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answered on Nov 17, 2022

I would suggest hiring an attorney asap on this matter.

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Q: My driver license in Tennessee has been expired for 8 years. Will I get in trouble if I go to DMV and try and renew them
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answered on Sep 22, 2022

It would be better to have someone else drive you there, or even walk, at least when you leave the Department of Safety. You should be able to get a list of requirements to Reinstate your TNDL. Going to the DOS website may help, as Reinstatement instructions are given there. If there are... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Tennessee on
Q: In Middle TN. It is illegal to point your home security cameras at a neighbors front door and record them?

My husband and I live in a private camping community in Nunnely, TN. Our neighbor to the left of us keeps pointing his home security cameras at the front of our camper and records us. We have on multiple occasions caught him creeping around spying on us. And also has recently stole from us. The... View More

Bennett James Wills
Bennett James Wills
answered on Aug 9, 2022

Tennessee is a one party recording state. If the cameras are on his property and otherwise in public, then he can pretty much aim them anywhere. You may have a civil claim for invasion of privacy (statutory and common law) depending on needing more facts. Consult local counsel to see what, if any,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: If someone poured a drink on my car on state property and there's no damage just sticky. Is there a case? A felony? Etc?
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answered on Jun 17, 2022

Possible misdemeanor vandalism or littering. But it would not be worth the trouble of being a witness/victim in Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: how to sell a join property in India owned by my aunt and uncle (green cred holder) in USA. uncle died without a will.

the husband and wife is a green card holder in USA . Death certificate of the husband is available. can you please advice what is the procedure in changing the share of the property in India to her(wife) name. Also,this couple has no children.

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answered on May 19, 2022

You will need to hire a competent attorney. Heirship determination will be according to the State of death. An interpreter may be needed. India's laws will control the Deed's terms and recordation if a Deed is needed.

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Q: Is it true, if one choses to represent themself in a crimina case and loses, they can Not ask for an appeal?
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answered on Apr 25, 2022

No it is not true. But usually a Motion For A New Trial comes first. Hire a competent attorney now.

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Q: 55-5-117 section b : rules out the commissioner from suspending or revoking ones vehicle registration for financial res

(b) Nothing in chapters 1-6 of this title shall be construed to affect or change the power of the commissioner to revoke motor vehicle registrations under the financial responsibility law in chapter 12 of this title

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answered on Mar 31, 2022

Failure to Maintain Insurance is a common way to lose your TNDL. What is your question?

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Hello, I truly hate to bother you, but I am looking for a reputable lawyer in and around McNaiy County Tn

Hello,

I truly hate to bother you, but I am looking for a reputable lawyer in and around McNaiy County TN, especially one that deals in auto claims and damages against government neglect. I was in a recent wreck that caused me to roll my vehicle and it was do to poorly laded gravel done by... View More

Mr. James Charles Wright
Mr. James Charles Wright
answered on Dec 3, 2021

You are close enough to Jackson to use a lawyer in Jackson, Tn. If you are looking for specific names let me know or call.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I carry a concealed weapon in the state of Alabama if I have a lifetime carry permit issued in Tennessee?

I am a Tennessee resident.

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answered on Jul 22, 2021

You should be able to as reciprocity should apply. Go to the AL forum and ask as laws do change. Remember there may be different restrictions than TN.

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Health Care Law for Tennessee on
Q: How do I become exempt from the Tennessee window tint laws? I can’t seem to find the form online, or even an answer.

I have a history of light hurting my eyes and not being able to fully open my eyes on a sunny day, or even keeping the lights in my home at maximum brightness. I sometimes get fatigued from too much light and get tired fairly quickly from the excess light. I was hoping to become exempt from the... View More

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answered on Jul 13, 2021

That Rule of the Road Statute applies to all drivers. An exemption is not possible.

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Government Contracts and Public Benefits for Tennessee on
Q: So I am a tannate at a local apartment complex and we are getting fined and asked to take down patriotic flags. Thought?

Can they do this? this is the terms of the lease

"1. No signs, notices or advertisements shall be attached to or displayed by Lessee(s) on or about said premises.

2. Nothing shall be placed or kept on the outer sill or on the outside of any window and nothing shall be thrown... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 17, 2021

File a protest, and also notify the press, the American legion and the Tennessee Civil Liberties Union.

If enough press is thrown on this, could make them back down.

Note however patriotic would be the American Flag. Signs promoting one candidate or belittling another are not in...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: If I financed my car in January but still haven't received my plates do I have any recourse for the dealership?

It's been 5 months. I think the law only allows for 3 months. I've called the dealer every month and still no tags.

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answered on May 25, 2021

You may have to sue the dealer for breach of contract. The dealer may not have owned the car in the first place. You probably cannot apply for the lost title either. If a used car dealer, you may be able to make a claim with the State Regulatory Agency against their Bond.

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