Tennessee Sex Crimes Are Serious

By Adrian Altshuler | July 22, 2013

Sex crimes in Tennessee cover everything from simple sexting to statutory rape. An accusation of a sex crime is very damaging and, if convicted, the punishments can include prison time and the requirement to register as a sex offender. Most sex crimes require that you have the requisite mental element or intent to commit the…

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Charged With Vehicular Homicide in Tennessee?

By Adrian Altshuler | July 18, 2013

In Tennessee, vehicular homicide is defined as the “reckless killing of another by the operation of an automobile, airplane, boat or other motor vehicle.” This is a very serious charge, and the penalties are severe. You may be shocked to find yourself in this situation because you never thought you would be charged with a…

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Understanding Tennessee Felonies

By Adrian Altshuler | June 24, 2013

Crimes in Tennessee are set out by the criminal code, and they are ranked according to the seriousness of the crime. Capital crimes (for which death and life imprisonment are the only punishments) are the most serious and misdemeanors are the least serious crimes. After capital crimes, felonies are the most serious crimes that exist…

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