Nashville Criminal Defense Blog
Good jury instructions are vital to receiving a fair trial
If you are facing criminal charges in Tennessee, you may worry about your future. After all, you may lose your freedom if a jury convicts you of certain offenses. You likely are also nervous about sitting through a trial. Unless you are an attorney, you may find the...
Traveling through Tennessee with marijuana could mean trouble
One of the potential issues with the varying marijuana laws in different states is that someone could inadvertently break the law on a road trip. According to World Population Review, 33 states allow residents to use marijuana in some form—most for medical purposes....
What is an expungement?
If you have a criminal conviction in Tennessee, then you probably understand the repercussions of such a conviction. It can make your life more difficult. Everything from getting a job to finding a place to live is made a little more difficult when you have a criminal...
What is ineffective assistance of counsel?
There are limitations put on your ability to request an appeal of a criminal conviction in Tennessee. One of those is that you have to have a compelling legal reason to request an appeal. One common reason is ineffective assistance of counsel, which, according to...
3 important aspects of requesting a pardon
If you have a criminal conviction that you simply do not agree with, then you may want to consider asking for a pardon. A pardon comes from the governor of Tennessee. It removes the criminal charge from your record so it is as if it never happened. This is the highest...
How can you prevent road rage from escalating?
A vacation in Nashville can be a lot of fun, but it can also be very stressful trying to navigate by car. Being unfamiliar with the roads and local traffic laws can cause you to make mistakes. This is not only a frustrating situation for you, it may also cause...
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...
What 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,...
Assault 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...
When 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...
