The preliminary hearing is the first real fight in a Tennessee felony case. Most defendants walk in not knowing what it is. Here’s what actually happens, what your lawyer should be doing, and why waiving it is almost never the right move.
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Tennessee Implied Consent Law: What Refusing the Breath Test Costs You
Refusing the breath test in Tennessee is its own offense — a separate civil violation under the implied consent statute. Here’s what it actually costs you, and why the answer changes depending on whether it’s your first DUI or your fifth.
Domestic Violence Charges in Tennessee: Why They Don’t “Just Go Away”
The alleged victim wants to drop the charges. The State doesn’t. Here’s why Tennessee domestic violence cases proceed even when the complaining witness no longer wants them to — and what that means for your defense.
Aggravated Assault in Tennessee: What Counts and How Defenses Work
Tennessee’s aggravated assault statute is one of the most over-charged offenses in Middle Tennessee. Here’s what the State actually has to prove, what defenses work, and where these cases fall apart.
How Much Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Nashville?
By Nathan Cate, N. Cate Law | 222 2nd Avenue North, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 664-8083 If you are facing a criminal charge in Middle Tennessee, read what happens after a Nashville arrest for the step-by-step process, or call (615) 664-8083 for a free consultation. Most people calling a defense lawyer haveContinueContinue reading “How Much Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Nashville?”
Tennessee Felon in Possession of a Firearm: Penalties and Defenses
By Nathan Cate, N. Cate Law | 222 2nd Avenue North, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 664-8083 N. Cate Law defends Tennessee firearm and weapons charges across Davidson County and Middle Tennessee. Free consultation: (615) 664-8083. A felon-in-possession charge in Tennessee is one of the more punishing weapons offenses on the books —ContinueContinue reading “Tennessee Felon in Possession of a Firearm: Penalties and Defenses”
Can a Felony Be Expunged in Tennessee?
By Nathan Cate, N. Cate Law | 222 2nd Avenue North, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 664-8083 If you are facing a criminal charge in Middle Tennessee, read what happens after a Nashville arrest for the step-by-step process, or call (615) 664-8083 for a free consultation. A felony conviction in Tennessee follows youContinueContinue reading “Can a Felony Be Expunged in Tennessee?”
What Happens If You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Tennessee?
By Nathan Cate, N. Cate Law | 222 2nd Avenue North, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 664-8083 N. Cate Law defends Nashville DUI charges across Davidson County and Middle Tennessee. Free consultation: (615) 664-8083. The flashing lights are behind you, the officer suspects DUI, and you’re being asked to blow into a breathContinueContinue reading “What Happens If You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Tennessee?”
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record in Tennessee?
By Nathan Cate, N. Cate Law | 222 2nd Avenue North, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 664-8083 N. Cate Law defends Nashville DUI charges across Davidson County and Middle Tennessee. Free consultation: (615) 664-8083. The honest answer most people don’t want to hear: in Tennessee, a DUI conviction stays on your criminal recordContinueContinue reading “How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record in Tennessee?”
Failed a Drug Test on Probation in Tennessee — Can I Avoid Revocation?
By Nathan Cate, Nashville Criminal Defense Attorney N. Cate Law defends probation violations in Tennessee across Davidson County and Middle Tennessee. Free consultation: (615) 664-8083. A failed drug screen is the most common probation violation in Tennessee. It’s also the most defensible — and the one where what happens between the failed test and theContinueContinue reading “Failed a Drug Test on Probation in Tennessee — Can I Avoid Revocation?”