The term “implicit bias” references the way that someone’s unconscious attitudes about others (often based on stereotypes) can affect their actions. It’s a problem in many facets of society -- and the court system is no exception. That’s why the American Bar...
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Commutations and pardons in Tennessee
If you have been wrongly convicted of a criminal offense, you may be resigned to the sentence handed down. Recent events have served as a timely reminder that this need not be the case. The president’s recent decision to commute a former advisor's sentence has thrown...
Suspicion of DUI: What should you do?
Police are on the lookout for drivers who aren’t following the rules of the road. Taking this one step further, if they have reason to believe you’re under the influence of alcohol, it won’t be long before you find yourself pulled to the side of the road. If you’re...
How is an appeal different from a criminal trial?
You refused a plea deal and took your criminal case to court, confident that a jury would acquit you -- but that’s not what happened. The best way to manage your expectations moving forward is to understand what happens during an appeal. Perhaps the biggest thing you...