Can I rescind the purchase of a timeshare “sampler” three days after?

Tennessee law provides a right to rescind time share contracts. This article summarizes the law that gives you, depending on the circumstances,...

How can I get a public defender before court date? I’ve turned myself in and posted bail already with a rescheduled court date

You won't get one before your court date; on your court date the Judge will determine, based on income, if you qualify for a public defender. If...

What happens in court and what are the fines and what will happen when you have a hit and run citation?

You need an attorney. The punishment you are facing would depend on what amount of damage was done in the wreck and if there were any injuries. ...

How do I make the landlord fix my ac

You send them a written notice (keep a copy for yourself) telling them of the problem. Then if they don't fix it, you can either have it fixed...

I have been evicted due to late rent but I'm withholding due to bed bugs can I fight this in court

Unfortunately, Tennessee law does not allow you to withhold rent to force the landlord to comply with your needs or demands. The Uniform...

I'm not sure of procedure in Moscow, TN but most courts will give you 30 days or so to pay a ticket. Do not skip court just because you can't...

I have a question concerning constructive possession of a gun in Tennessee. If you are a felon and you are heard over a phone c

It would be unlikely they could prosecute over just the phone call. But if they get a warrant and find the gun then might be a different story. ...

How do I sue the state of TN?

While it is rarely used, Tennessee law allows a private citizen to present a potential crime to the Grand Jury for review for possible indictment. ...

How can I be charged with theft of merchandise if they had me in custody and let me go?

If the police investigated, let you go but then later charged you, that would be legal. They don't have to arrest you right away. It would be...

Can I be charged as a 19 year old dating a 16 year old in TN, but I turn 20 ~7 months before she turns 17?

Tennessee law allows a 16 or 17 year old to date someone who is less than 4 years older. So long as the dating/sex is consensual and occurs in...