Criminal charges, whether seemingly minor or major, can have a serious impact on your life. Our attorneys will be there to defend you and protect your rights. If you have been charged or will be charged with a crime, call or email today to schedule an appointment with Attorney Jim Purple.
or call (423) 899-0131What is the Criminal Law?
The criminal law sets the acceptable limits of conduct in society. Everyone is expected to obey the criminal law under the penalty of punishment. The criminal law generally does not require you to perform an action, rather, it forbids an unlawful action. The State of Tennessee, and the federal government have their own set of criminal laws.
Criminal law consists of the criminal laws themselves and the rules of criminal procedure.
The criminal law consists of the legal rules defining criminal conduct and how it is punished.
Criminal procedure consists mainly of the procedures used to prosecute a crime and the rights of the defendant.
Don't face criminal charges alone, let the attorneys at Purple Law Firm, help you. We will be there every step of the way to defend you and your rights. Whether at trial or in a plea agreement, our attorneys always work hard to achieve the best result possible for you.
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There are four primary categories of criminal offenses:
Felony: A very serious crime. There are several classes (A-E) of felony charges, with penalties ranging from 1 year to life in prison, or capital punishment. Conviction of a felony offense can lead to the loss or limitation of certain constitutional rights, including the right to vote, and to right to own or possess a firearm.
Misdemeanor: A less serious crime with penalties ranging from fines to incarceration for up to 11 months 29 days.
DUI- Driving under the influence of intoxicants, including alcohol, marijuana, illegal narcotics, and some prescription drugs. Conviction of a DUI offense can lead to the revocation of drivers license, and multiple convictions can lead to felony charges.
Traffic Offense: A violation of traffic laws, with penalties ranging from fines to suspension or revocation of driver's license.
Aside from the penalties which are accessed by the state or federal government, the conviction of a crime, especially a felony, can lead to many other difficulties, such as job loss, difficulty or inability to obtain employment, difficulties obtaining housing, and many other issues.
You don't need to be confused, and lost in the complicated maze of the criminal process, call Purple Law Firm today and schedule an appointment.
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