Nashville Criminal
Defense Blog

You have a criminal record in Tennessee, but you know all too well that it does not make you a criminal. You also know how much your record can hamper your life’s progress. Have you looked into expungement? The Marshall Project aims to help people like you understand the expungement legal process. Learn more about what […]

Tennessee’s Sergeant Daniel Baker Act sheds some light on the appeal process for defendants who are convicted of an offense that results in capital punishment. I am attorney Patrick T. McNally, and I understand how this Act, which went into effect on August 1, 2019, may help speed up the appeals process in certain death […]

Many people like to visit Nashville due to its historical sites and entertainment options. With an impressive music scene and many other attractions, it is no surprise that so many people come to Tennessee on vacation. Whether you are visiting from another state or even another country, there are a number of things to be […]

Now that the congressional session of the Tennessee General Assembly has ended, the state is facing some new changes. And for those facing criminal charges, or those who have already served time, some of these changes are good news. Criminal justice reform was Gov. Lee’s priority this year According to Knox News, Gov. Bill Lee […]

Nashville is a great place to visit. But sometimes, things can get out of hand in this city. If the bar gets too rowdy, you may face criminal charges for disturbing the peace. The Tennessee penal code has an entire chapter that addresses a wide variety of offenses that threaten public safety, health and welfare. Here are some common […]

Taxpayers have gone through their first year under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Creation Act. In light of this, the IRS has eased its rules and penalties. These include no penalties if the taxpayer pays at least 80% of what the IRS determines to be their tax obligation on time. What happens if I […]