Nashville Criminal Defense Blog
Do you have all the facts about expunging your record?
You have a criminal record in Tennessee, but you know all too well that it does not make you a criminal. You also know how much your record can hamper your life’s progress. Have you looked into expungement? The Marshall Project aims to help people like you understand...
read moreWhat to know about Tennessee’s Sergeant Daniel Baker Act
Tennessee's Sergeant Daniel Baker Act sheds some light on the appeal process for defendants who are convicted of an offense that results in capital punishment. I am attorney Patrick T. McNally, and I understand how this Act, which went into effect on August 1, 2019,...
read moreAssault charges during a trip to Nashville
Many people like to visit Nashville due to its historical sites and entertainment options. With an impressive music scene and many other attractions, it is no surprise that so many people come to Tennessee on vacation. Whether you are visiting from another state or...
read moreWhen could you be eligible for a pardon?
A criminal charge or conviction on someone's record can impact nearly every aspect of their life. Even a minor charge, such as a DUI or a drug charge could inhibit someone's ability to choose where they want to live or work. And it is not easy to escape the stigma of...
read moreWhen is it possible to appeal after making a guilty plea?
Sometimes, pleading guilty might seem like the easy way out of criminal charges. And there are plenty of attorneys who might encourage their clients to plead guilty, claiming that there will be fewer consequences. However, pleading guilty waives an individual’s right...
read moreWhat to know about the new criminal justice reforms
Now that the congressional session of the Tennessee General Assembly has ended, the state is facing some new changes. And for those facing criminal charges, or those who have already served time, some of these changes are good news. Criminal justice reform was Gov....
read morePublic intoxication and disorderly conduct in Tennessee
Nashville is a great place to visit. But sometimes, things can get out of hand in this city. If the bar gets too rowdy, you may face criminal charges for disturbing the peace. The Tennessee penal code has an entire chapter that addresses a wide variety of offenses...
read moreWhat is a petition for post-conviction relief?
All too often, the result of a criminal case leaves a person facing far more severe consequences than they should. Perhaps the jury instructions pitted the jury against the defendant, or the court denied an appeal in violation of state law. When that happens, you do...
read moreFacing charges of tax evasion
Taxpayers have gone through their first year under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Creation Act. In light of this, the IRS has eased its rules and penalties. These include no penalties if the taxpayer pays at least 80% of what the IRS determines to be their tax obligation...
read moreExaggerated forensic testimony a key contributor to false convictions
Each year, the National Registry of Exonerations sends out an annual report that reveals how many innocent people were exonerated that year, along with information about what problems brought about their wrongful convictions. Last year, 151 people were found not to...
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