Tennessee DUI Conviction Worse Than a Violent Felony?
December 5, 2007
Here’s an interesting article from The Tennessean that looks at how a DUI Conviction here in Tennessee can stick with you for life. You’d be better off if you’re arrested for domestic violence, burglary or almost any other felony except for misdemeanor DUI here in Memphis.
DUI convictions can’t be erased
By SHEILA BURKE Staff Writer -What can a drug user, wife beater and burglar do that someone convicted of driving under the influence can’t?Under Tennessee law, all but DUI offenders are eligible to have their criminal records wiped clean. Such harsh terms normally apply only to the most violent perpetrators, such as murderers and sexual predators.
Criminal defense attorneys say that’s one more reason drivers should be careful this holiday season, a time when DUI arrests typically rise… click here to read the rest of the article
It seems to me that DUI offenders are everyone’s favorite easy target these days. If you’ve been arrested for DUI make sure that you speak with a lawyer and know the repercussions before going to court alone.
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