Defending Clients Against Criminal Charges
Being charged with any crime, including a relatively "minor" crime like DUI or simple drug possession, can be extremely stressful and have major consequences. You may be worried about issues ranging from how you will drive to work if your license is suspended to what sort of impact a criminal record would have on your future employment.
At Hartzog & Silva, we regularly defend clients against DUI and other criminal charges. Based in Franklin, we serve clients throughout Middle Tennessee. We have an excellent working relationship with local law enforcement and District Attorneys General. To learn more about what we can do to protect your rights as a criminal defendant, contact us today.
Responding to Drunk Driving Accusations
If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI), the assistance of a qualified, experienced defense attorney can be extremely valuable in helping you identify opportunities to avoid conviction or reduce the consequences.
Tennessee law requires driver's license revocation on at least a temporary basis for anyone convicted of DUI. There are also criminal fines and possible jail time involved.
DUI defense may involve calling into question the legality of the traffic stop or the validity of the breath test, or it may involve negotiating for less strict penalties.
The closely related charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI) applies exclusively to people between the ages of 16 and 21. This crime involves a lower threshold blood alcohol content (BAC) level. but also lesser penalties. If you are under 21 and have been charged with DUI, one defense strategy may be to get your charge amended to DWI.
Handling Drug Possession and Related Charges
In addition to DUI cases, our lawyers also regularly provide criminal defense representation on drug-related charges, particularly drug possession charges. If you have been charged with marijuana possession or another drug crime, you could be facing some very serious consequences, including a permanent criminal record.
We have helped many of our clients, adults and juveniles, respond to drug-related charges using a variety of strategies. We will always remain focused on your goals and the type of representation that is appropriate for your case. Contact us to discuss your charges.
