Criminal Defense Case Results in Davidson, TN

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Driving While License Suspended (Class B Misdemeanor)

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5C

Allegations

During a roadside encounter, officers learned our client’s license was suspended due to child support arrears and filed a charge for driving while license suspended. We pulled the driving record, documented the child support basis for the suspension, and coordinated resets so the client could begin taking steps toward reinstatement. We presented those efforts and the underlying reason for the suspension to the prosecutor and pressed for leniency. The state agreed to reduce the charge, and the client received straight probation.

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DUI - First Offense

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5C

Allegations

Officers approached a parked vehicle on the shoulder and found our client asleep in the driver’s seat after a night out. The client declined field sobriety and breath testing, and a blood draw was later obtained by warrant. We obtained and reviewed dash and body camera video, scrutinized the basis for the encounter and the blood paperwork, and emphasized the limited driving evidence since the car was already parked. With those issues and early mitigation, including alcohol education, we pushed for a reduction. The state agreed to reduce the case to reckless driving with straight probation and required classes.

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DUI - First Offense

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5D

Allegations

After leaving a small gathering, the client drove into a police road closure after a crash and was contacted by an officer. The client admitted drinking, attempted field sobriety tests despite balance issues, and consented to a blood draw. We demanded the video, reports, and lab data, and learned body cam from key officers was missing while another angle added little. We questioned the detention and the reliability of the testing. We also had the client complete DUI education, arrange an interlock, and prepared restricted license paperwork. The case resolved with straight probation.

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Driving Under the Influence

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5C

Allegations

After a late-night crash, officers conducted field sobriety tests and obtained a consensual blood draw, leading to a DUI arrest. We obtained the body and dash camera video and the lab report, which showed a high BAC and footage the State liked. While managing bond terms, including ignition interlock, we helped the client handle logistics after his car was totaled as he prepared to relocate out of state. On our advice, the client finished the 48 hour DUI center and alcohol education early, and we packaged that compliance for the prosecutor. The charge was reduced to a non DUI offense with straight probation, no additional jail, and the interlock requirement lifted.

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Property Damage $1,500 or Less)

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg.

Allegations

The client was accused of leaving the scene after a minor traffic collision, with only property damage at issue. We concentrated on mitigation, establishing that no one was hurt and the repair costs were limited, and we documented insurance coverage and full restitution to the other party. We conveyed this to the prosecutor and pushed for a noncustodial outcome. The matter resolved as straight probation, avoiding jail and allowing the client to move forward under supervision.

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DUI - Second Offense

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5D - GS Division II

Allegations

Police found the client parked in a lot with the engine running, asleep in the driver’s seat, and an open container visible. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, obtained consent for a blood draw, and made an arrest for a second DUI. Our team secured the bodycam and lab records, scrutinized the basis for consent and the manner of roadside testing, and highlighted that the client was not observed driving. We also documented sustained recovery efforts, interlock compliance, clean testing, and meeting attendance. After focused negotiations, the client received probation.

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Disorderly Conduct (Class C Misdemeanor)

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 4C

Allegations

Officers responded to a disturbance in a crowded nightlife area after a companion collapsed. Amid the commotion, the client shouted in frustration as police intervened and was cited for disorderly conduct. We obtained the police paperwork and emphasized there were no threats, no fighting, and no intent to provoke others, only brief yelling while trying to help. We challenged whether the statutory elements were met and made clear we were prepared to litigate. The state dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 4C

Allegations

Police responded to a busy nightlife area after bystanders reported a person passed out on a sidewalk. Our client was trying to help a friend when an argument in the crowd drew officers, who arrested the client for public intoxication. We reviewed the police reports and available footage and challenged whether the client actually posed a danger to self or others or caused a public disturbance. We highlighted inconsistencies and the absence of concrete impairment indicators in the officer’s account. After steady pressure in negotiations, the prosecutor dismissed the charge.

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Domestic Assault (Offensive or Provocative Contact)

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 4C

Allegations

Police responded to a disturbance in a busy nightlife area and arrested our client for domestic assault based on an officer's claim of brief grabbing during an argument. There was no weapon and no reported injury, and the charge alleged only offensive or provocative contact. We obtained the reports, spoke with the subpoenaed complainant, and he told the DA he did not want to pursue the case. We highlighted the minimal contact and the state's reliance on a reluctant witness. After negotiations at a later setting, the prosecution dismissed the charge.

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Resisting Arrest

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 4C

Allegations

Officers responded to a disturbance in a crowded entertainment area. As they moved to detain the client, confusion over why they were being arrested led to the client pulling away during handcuffing, which was charged as resisting arrest. We dug into the incident details, gathered the context surrounding the detention, and emphasized there was no attempt to flee or fight. We communicated this to the prosecution and were prepared to litigate the issue if needed. The state ultimately dismissed the resisting arrest charge.

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Domestic Assault - Offensive or Provocative Contact

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 4B

Allegations

Officers arrested our client after a domestic dispute where a small splash of water from a cup was treated as offensive or provocative contact. Police involvement began only after the other party flagged an officer about a phone, not a violence call. We secured video showing minimal contact and, shortly after, the other party striking our client, undermining the claim that he was the aggressor. We compared the footage with the report and confirmed the complainant did not want to pursue prosecution. After negotiations, the state dismissed the case.

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DUI - First Offense

Location

Davidson County, Court Room: Birch Bldg, Court Room 5C

Allegations

After a minor collision, the client was investigated for DUI. Bodycam captured the officer initially noting no odor of alcohol and few signs of impairment, even as bystanders pressed for an arrest. The client completed roadside exercises without obvious failures, and a blood sample was taken later. We obtained and reviewed the video and reports, emphasizing the inconsistent observations and lack of clear indicators. Leveraging those weaknesses, we negotiated the case down to a lesser charge with straight probation.