Tennessee DUI sentencing can move faster and hit harder than many drivers expect after an arrest. Penalties such as jail time, fines, and license suspension are not optional outcomes but mandatory consequences required by Tennessee law. This reality often surprises first-time offenders who assume the system allows flexibility or informal resolution. Under Tenn. Code [...]
As part of the slate of new laws that took effect January 1, 2026, Tennessee has several new driver’s license laws. One interesting one is Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-50-356. This law declares invalid any driver’s license issued by another state that is issued exclusively to “illegal aliens.” In other words, another state may [...]
Can a simple drug possession arrest in Tennessee really lead to jail time or long-term consequences? Many people assume possession charges are minor, but Tennessee drug possession penalties depend on the type of substance involved, the circumstances of possession, and how law enforcement interprets control or access under state law. What seems like a [...]
Abuse, threats, stalking, and intimidation often lead people to seek court protection when safety becomes uncertain. Tennessee protective orders are civil court orders designed to stop harmful behavior by placing immediate limits on contact and conduct. Courts act quickly in these cases, often issuing temporary restrictions before the accused has a chance to respond. [...]
Does a DUI arrest leave you unsure about jail time, your driver’s license, and what steps you should take next? Many people feel overwhelmed in the first hours after an arrest, especially when the consequences are unclear. Knowing what to do after a DUI arrest in Lebanon, TN, can help reduce fear and prevent [...]
Around the holidays, some crimes occur more often—or are more heavily prosecuted than others. Driving Under the Influence and Shoplifting are two common charges that we see spike beginning around late October through January each year. Why? The holidays! Holiday gatherings tend to involve alcohol, causing a spike in DUIs, and the madness of [...]
Domestic violence arrests quickly and trigger strict legal rules that shape every step of the case from the moment officers arrive. These situations move fast and often leave families confused as they try to understand what happens after a domestic violence arrest while dealing with sudden restrictions. The pressure of immediate decisions makes the [...]
A first time DUI arrest can stop your life in its tracks as fear, confusion, and uncertainty take over in a single moment. Many people feel lost as they try to understand what will happen next and how quickly the situation can escalate. Learning the basics of first time DUI penalties in Lebanon, TN [...]
We’re excited to share that Lebanon criminal defense attorney Frank Lannom of Lannom & Williams was recently featured on Court TV’s investigative series, Vinnie Politan Investigates, in an episode titled “Who Killed Holly Bobo?” In this episode, Court TV takes a deep dive into one of Tennessee’s most high-profile cases, revisiting the investigation, trial, [...]
As of July 1, 2024, new laws take effect which significantly impact Driving Under the Influence in Tennessee. Previously a DUI 1st Offense with a blood alcohol content of 0.20, which is two and a half times the legal limit, carried a mandatory minimum 7 days in county jail. The mandatory minimum jail sentence [...]
