What Drug Crimes Are Felonies?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
April 11, 2024
Under Tennessee law, all drug crimes are classified as felonies except for simple possession, which is different from possession with the intent to sell. For a first-time simple possession offense, it is usually a class A misdemeanor, regardless of the...
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Can Domestic Assault Be a Form of Self Defense
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
April 1, 2024
Yes. Domestic assault can be considered self-defense in domestic violence cases. While domestic violence, abuse, or assault is an immensely severe offense, in some instances, domestic assault victims may have no choice but to defend themselves. Fortunately, victims can raise...
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What Are the Types of White Collar Crimes
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
March 27, 2024
White-collar crimes refer to illegal, non-violent activities and schemes that individuals, businesses, or government organizations commit. At their core, they are crimes of cheating, lying, deceit, stealing, and concealment to gain or avoid losing money to obtain a business or...
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What Should I do if I Have Been Verbally Threatened
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
March 18, 2024
Violent threats, even those carried out verbally, can seriously affect your mental health and life. When you feel threatened or unsafe, you may feel a range of emotions, from fear to anxiety and aggression or anger. When you or a...
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What Happens if You Inadvertently Tamper with Evidence?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
March 8, 2024
If you are under criminal investigation, you may instinctively want to hide or destroy any evidence that can incriminate you. It is human nature, and while understandable, our justice system does not go lightly upon those who are found guilty...
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Is Committing Fraud a Felony or Misdemeanor?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
March 1, 2024
Under Tennessee law, fraud is any crime that involves intentional deception or misrepresentation for financial gain while depriving the victim of property or money. Fraud charges can be brought against you through federal or state law, normally being classified as...
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What are the Penalties for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
February 25, 2024
The Dalai Lama once said, “If a person shows anger to you, and you show anger in return, the result is disaster.” Although simply showing anger may not be a disaster, if you are unable to control your anger, the...
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How Does a Judge Determine Probation Time?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
February 16, 2024
Probation is a form of alternative sentencing in which a convict can be released into the community and avoid spending time behind bars. Probation often comes with certain restrictions, like the prohibition on traveling outside of the state for the...
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What is The Difference Between Wire and Mail Fraud?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
February 1, 2024
Both mail and wire fraud are federal offenses. They are both serious charges that carry serious penalties, but there are distinctions between the two that it’s useful to understand. If you’re facing a wire or mail fraud charge, it’s time...
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Which Drug Crimes Are Misdemeanors?
Andrew Beasley
Andrew Beasley
Tennessee takes drug crimes very seriously, and even those charges that are classified as misdemeanors can lead to serious consequences that can prove life-altering. If you’re facing a drug charge of any kind, you shouldn’t delay consulting with an experienced...
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