On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | May 8, 2020 | Tourist Criminal Defense
Thinking of heading to Nashville for a vacation later this year? You probably don’t actively consider it in advance, but odds are you will drink more on your trip than you would at home. On top of that, you may start drinking earlier than you would otherwise. In one...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Jan 24, 2020 | Tourist Criminal Defense
Nashville is a popular tourist spot with numerous bars and clubs, and it may be easy for a visitor to make a poor decision after one too many drinks. Unfortunately, even a minor confrontation in a bar may lead to significant legal charges and consequences. While bar...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Dec 12, 2019 | Tourist Criminal Defense
If you love to travel and party, visiting Nashville may be one of the items on your goal list. However, when you visit this beautiful state known to be the home of country music, you need to be very vigilant and extra careful about the state laws. It is effortless and...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Oct 28, 2019 | Tourist Criminal Defense
As a tourist in Nashville, you’ll probably use a vehicle to make your way around the city. You might even be pulled over at some point during your journey, which doesn’t necessarily need to be a stressful experience. Nashville.gov provides the following...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Feb 11, 2019 | Tourist Criminal Defense
In many states, the offense of reckless driving is limited to a few specific activities. In Tennessee, there are some specific activities that constitute reckless driving, but the overall definition is driving any vehicle “in willful or wanton disregard for the...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Dec 25, 2018 | Tourist Criminal Defense
The holiday season is here, and you may be visiting friends or family here in the Nashville area. You could attend plenty of parties and holiday gatherings with those you love, which means you may travel between locations and/or to and from a hotel. During those...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Nov 14, 2018 | Tourist Criminal Defense
In Tennessee as in many states, people can be convicted of DUI not because they were actually driving, but because they were in physical control of a motor vehicle. This can potentially lead to some troubling cases. For example, suppose an intoxicated person is found...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Nov 1, 2018 | Tourist Criminal Defense
Tourists coming to Nashville to enjoy its music scene, restaurants, attractions, nightlife and other offerings hope for a fun trip without troubles. Unfortunately, things don’t always go as smoothly as a visitor would hope. Some unexpected problems are just...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Aug 2, 2018 | Federal Appeals, State Appeals, Tourist Criminal Defense
For most college students, their first party is a rite of passage. First-year students will walk through the door of a fraternity or campus house and smile in the excitement of their newfound freedom. But with newfound freedom comes responsibilities. Alcohol is a...
On behalf of Patrick T. McNally, Attorney at Law | Jun 28, 2018 | Tourist Criminal Defense
Between June 25 and July 5, many Tennessee law enforcement agencies will be engaging in increased DUI enforcement surrounding Independence Day. The Tennessee Highway Safety Office provides funding for county sheriff’s departments in concert with statewide and...
