Forgery is the act of altering or creating a form of writing, making it fraudulent and false. It’s illegal to forge writing to commit fraud against someone else, according to Tennessee law. Whether a person forged something accidentally or intentionally, this charge can result in significant penalties if the person is convicted – this can
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The Police May Have Access To Your Smartphone
According to the New York Times – At least 2,000 law enforcement agencies have tools to get into encrypted smartphones. You can read more HERE. The article states – that at least 2,000 law enforcement agencies in all 50 states now have tools to get into locked, encrypted phones and extract their data, according to
Read MoreTips on Finding the Right Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are faced with a criminal case or charge, the first thing you have to do is find an attorney to represent you. With millions of active attorneys practicing different law areas, it can be overwhelming to think of where you should start looking. Selecting the right criminal defense attorney is a crucial decision
Read MoreHow To Choose a Criminal Defense Attorney
The experience of being charged or accused of a crime and the legal hassles that come along with it can very be difficult. You need someone to defend you who will vigorously and protect your legal rights. A criminal defense attorney is trained to help you protect your rights. A criminal charge can impact many
Read MoreShould I Take A Lie Detector / Polygraph Test
Should I Take A Lie Detector / Polygraph Test if I am asked to do so by the police or law enforcement? If criminal investigators ask you to take a polygraph test, it’s safe to assume that they are trying to gather evidence, usually against you. You are not under a legal obligation to take
Read MoreAttorney Selected for America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys 2020
Attorney Norman D. McKellar has been selected again for America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys for 2020! He had previously been selected for this award in 2018 and 2019. The award honors the achievements of the of the Top 100 White-Collar and General Criminal Defense Attorneys in each state. You can learn more @ https://www.top100criminaldefenseattorneys.com/ .
Read MoreWhy You Need A Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, you will need the help of a criminal defense lawyer to defend your rights and defend your freedom. A criminal defense lawyer will explain your rights in all stages of the criminal process and help you develop a plan to provide you with the strongest defense
Read MoreSome Common Federal Criminal Cases
There are two types of court systems — federal and state. Each of these court systems is tasked with hearing different types of cases. While state courts are primarily responsible for interpreting state law, federal courts have the responsibility of hearing a number of different types of cases. Some common federal criminal cases are: ~Drug-related
Read MoreWhat is confidential between you and your attorney?
Attorney-client privilege is absolutely necessary when it comes to building the best possible defense case, yet often it is unclear what remains confidential between an attorney and the person they are defending. The American Bar Association states that “in the absence of the client’s informed consent, the lawyer must not reveal information relating to the
Read MoreI have been contacted by the police, should I speak to them without a lawyer?
Answer – NEVER talk to the police without consulting with an attorney first. Do I need a lawyer? If the police are asking you questions but you have not yet been charged with a crime – then it is time to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Hiring a lawyer before an arrest will often times
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