Tennessee Criminal Minutes Podcast

Being arrested for DUI in Tennessee does not automatically mean you lose your right to drive. But in certain cases, judges can impose restrictions before you are ever convicted. In this episode, we explain when ignition interlock devices can be ordered as a bond condition, what the law actually requires, and why not every accident or arrest legally justifies an interlock. We also discuss alternati...

Being charged with DUI in Tennessee doesn’t just put your license at risk. It can also affect your job, your ability to buy a firearm, and your long-term record. In this video, we break down how DUI arrests and convictions appear on background checks, including the difference between an arrest and a conviction, and why that distinction matters when it comes to employment and gun rights. We also di...

Being arrested for domestic assault in Tennessee often comes with strict bond conditions—and violating them, even unintentionally, can send you straight back to jail. In this episode, we break down what no-contact orders really mean, why responding to the alleged victim is never allowed, and how even one text message can result in a serious bond violation. We also discuss the 2024 Tennessee law re...

Starting January 1, 2026, Tennessee’s implied consent law is changing in a big way—and many drivers don’t realize how high the stakes now are. In this episode, we break down the new 18-month license suspension for refusing a blood or breath test, how refusal can now carry a harsher penalty than a DUI itself, and the widespread misconceptions about losing your license “on the spot.” We explain what...