Do Judges Ever Change Their Minds on Sentencing? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | February 15, 2025 Once you’re convicted of a crime in Tennessee state or federal court, there’s generally a delay between the conviction and your sentencing hearing. During this period, judges are meant to review evidence from both defense…

What Is The First Time Offenders Act? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | January 09, 2025 The First Time Offenders Act provides first-time offenders in Tennessee the chance to avoid criminal prosecution through diversion programs. These programs include pretrial diversion and judicial diversion. They are meant to rehabilitate qualified first-time offenders instead…

Can You Buy a Gun in TN if You Have Had a DUI? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | December 20, 2024 If you have a DUI on your record, you know that it carries social consequences, but you may have questions about whether or not you can buy a gun. While…

What Happens When You Are Being Harassed? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | December 05, 2024 Harassment laws are among the most confusing laws for many people. In a nutshell, the Tennessee Code defines harassment as a continuous or repeated action that results in emotional distress to the harassed person. However, the…

What Should You Do If You Have Been Accused of Sexual Abuse By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | November 01, 2024 There are many things that you should do to protect your rights, case, and, ultimately, your freedom when you have been accused of sexual abuse or any kind of sex crime…

Steps to Take Immediately After Being Accused of a Sex Crime By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | August 24, 2024 If you have been accused of a sex crime, you’re likely terrified and may have no idea where to turn for the help you need. While your case will be unique to…

Child Pornography Charges in TN By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | August 01, 2024 Child pornography charges in TN can be extremely serious and complicated cases that require the assistance of an experienced sex crime defense attorney. These charges might involve the possession, distribution, or production of explicit material involving minors, which…

What Does a Sex Crime Attorney Do for You? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | July 15, 2024 Sex crimes are some of the most serious and sensitive areas of criminal law. When facing accusations or charges related to a sex crime, always have the assistance of an experienced and skilled sex…

What are the Charges for the Exploitation of Minors in TN? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | July 03, 2024 The average prison sentence for child pornography offenders is 101 months, with 99% of those accused receiving time. In Tennessee, exploitation of a minor (child pornography) includes the possession, distribution, or production…

What are the Main Types of Sex Crimes in TN? By: Joshua T. Crain – Attorney at Law | June 25, 2024 Tennessee sexual offense charges are divided into two categories: sexual offenses and violent sexual offenses. If you have been charged with a sexual offense, you may be facing incarceration, fines, and mandatory registration…