On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 28, 2014 | Underage Drinking
The Vols defensive lineman Danny O’Brien was recently arrested at a Knoxville apartment on multiple charges. The Knoxville police were called to the scene after the report of a disturbance at the domicile, and they discovered O’Brien along with seven other...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 28, 2014 | Prosecutorial Misconduct
Prosecutorial misconduct may occur where a prosecutor in a criminal case makes in an inappropriate argument or improper comments during the opening or closing statements of a trial. Generally, a prosecutor must stick to the facts presented at trial and the question of...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 16, 2014 | Underage Drinking
DUI charges are often handled differently in juvenile and criminal courts here in Tennessee. However, what if the person accused of underage drinking is a legal adult? A 19-year-old woman who was recently involved in a serious single-vehicle crash could face severe...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 14, 2014 | Drunk Driving Charges
Understandably, prosecutors usually seek to convict suspects who are accused of drunk driving. Drunk driving is the cause for many dangerous and deadly car accidents in Tennessee. However, some suspects charged with driving under the influence may see their cases...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 10, 2014 | Felony DUI
Alcohol can play a role in helping someone to enjoy life from time to time. However, when a person makes the unfortunate mistake of drinking and driving, the potential consequences can result in a criminal record. Being caught driving under the influence multiple...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 7, 2014 | Judicial Diversion
Judicial diversion is a process by which a defendant in a criminal case, who acknowledges guilt of an offense, may still avoid a criminal conviction under certain circumstances. The defendant generally must have no prior criminal convictions and complete a...
On behalf of Hindman & Associates, LLC | Feb 1, 2014 | Drunk Driving Charges
When people hear the phrase “driving under the influence,” they often think of driving while under the influence of alcohol. However, in addition to engaging in drunk driving, a person can easily be under the influence of other legal drugs as well —...
