Posts by Bryan E. Delius
Bryan Delius Leads the Way Toward Real, Meaningful Reforms in Tennessee
Currently the House Civil Justice Subcommittee is reviewing a new bill, HB 0421, introduced by Representative Martin Daniel, that seeks to establish a new procedure when it comes to the seizing and forfeiture of assets in cases of criminal activity. In short, the bill “requires conviction for the underlying criminal conviction before forfeiture can occur;…
Read MoreTennessee DUI Checkpoints: What’s Legal, and What’s Not
You’ve been out to dinner with some friends, and you had a drink or two. You’re sure you’re fine: you ate a big meal, you were there for hours, and you feel sober. As you’re driving home, you see the ominous line of cars and flashing blue lights and realize you’ve stumbled into a DUI…
Read MoreThe Road Ahead on the Road to Zero Fatalities
Roads and highways are an integral part of the American transit system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) helps oversee and regulate the system and recently announced a new strategy, “The Road Ahead,” as part of its larger project “The Road to Zero,” to improve America’s roads and the lives of the people who…
Read MoreTennessee’s Methamphetamine Problem
Like several other states, Tennessee is facing serious problems regarding the use, possession, sale, production, and distribution of illegal drugs and other controlled substances. One of the most prevalent illegal drugs is methamphetamine, an artificial drug created by mixing chemicals; the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) states that in Tennessee, roughly 800 methamphetamine production plants…
Read MoreMisdemeanor Charges in Tennessee
A lot of people we speak to think of misdemeanors as “lesser” crimes than felonies. While it’s true that a misdemeanor charge is characterized by lower fines and less time in jail or prison, it’s still very serious to have one on your record. Generally speaking, misdemeanors fall into three categories: Classes A, B and…
Read MoreFire-Related Accidents and Fire-Related Injuries
As those of us in Sevier County know all too well, there are few forces as dangerous or as destructive as fire. The Gatlinburg fires ravaged our lands, our homes and our businesses, and what wasn’t destroyed by the flames sustained heavy damage from smoke, and from the water used to put the flames out.…
Read MoreLet’s Talk about Search and Seizure for a Minute
There was a story in the Knoxville News Sentinel recently about a case stemming from 2011. In sum, a police officer drew some blood from a driver involved in a fatal accident, even though the officer didn’t have a warrant. It went back and forth in the courts as to whether that was legal, and…
Read MoreIgnition Interlock Devices and DUI in Tennessee
It is illegal to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In order to deter and punish individuals convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), a number of states have mandated that people convicted of a drunk driving charge will need to install an ignition interlock device in…
Read MoreThe Basics of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, are serious; in the span of a minute, an individual’s life can switch from ordinary to painful. However, whereas most physical injuries only harm particular sections of the human body but leave people’s mental capacities unaffected, TBIs impact people much more broadly. TBIs affect people’s mental capacities, causing long-term difficulties…
Read MoreKeep Your Loved Ones Safe and Sound This Season
We know that the Holiday Season brings with it a lot of Christmas parties and family gatherings. We want you and your loved ones to have an excellent holiday this year, so we created a list of reminders so you can avoid some common holiday disasters: Drive safely: don’t text and don’t drink if you’re…
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