Seymour Criminal Defense Attorneys

Fighting for the rights of the accused in East Tennessee

Seymour Criminal Defense Attorneys A criminal conviction can change your life. Convictions for adults usually stay on their record for their entire life. Convictions can mean substantial loss of liberty, loss of the ability to earn a living, and huge penalties and fines. Second and third offenses often mean long jail sentences and even larger penalties and fines. An experienced Seymour criminal defense lawyer can provide assistance from the time of the arrest through the jury trial and appeals.

At Delius & McKenzie, PLLC, we have the experience and resources to help defendants charged with most Tennessee criminal charges. Our attorneys Bryan E. Delius and Bryce W. McKenzie are both members of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. They have been helping the accused for more than 20 years. They have the experience and skill to fight to get dismissal of all your charges or work to get a plea arrangement that significantly reduces the severity of the charges.

Types of federal and state cases our firm handles

Our dedicated attorneys work aggressively to show that our clients are innocent or that there is a reasonable doubt. Some of the criminal defense cases we handle are:

Capital murder. These are cases where a defendant can get the death penalty if a jury convicts the defendant of committing a murder. The seriousness of the penalties means that these charges require tenacious lawyers who leave no stone unturned. We challenge each piece of evidence that is detrimental to your case. We are adept at cross-examining the police and witnesses. Our legal team fights to get defendants acquitted when wrongfully accused.
Felonies. Felonies are the more serious crimes. Examples of felonies include murder, kidnapping, and crimes with a weapon. Some crimes that would otherwise be misdemeanors become felonies if violence was used. Sometimes, when an acquittal is not realistic, we try to reduce felonies to misdemeanors to help reduce the likelihood or severity of jail time.
Misdemeanors. While less severe than felonies, convictions of this level of crime can still be life altering. Many misdemeanor convictions will result in prison time and significant fines. Our goal is to eliminate or reduce the charges against you.
Drug offenses. The penalties for drug charges depend on the type and the amount of the drug. Selling or intending to sell drugs is generally considered more severe than possessing the drug. Sales to minors or near schools can increase the penalties. The burden is on the prosecution to prove its case. Our Seymour criminal defense lawyers often contest the seizure of the drugs as unconstitutional.
DUI/DWI. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that carries stiff penalties, especially if someone was injured in a vehicle crash. Offenses on federal roads are generally brought in federal court while offenses on state roads are brought in Tennessee courts. Our lawyers often challenge the propriety of the stop and the chemical test or field sobriety tests that police officers use.
Theft offenses. Theft is a punishable offense in both federal and state court. The value of the items taken often determines whether the charge is a felony or a misdemeanor. Theft is not just limited to taking cash or tangible items. It can include identity theft, theft of services by failing to pay, and more. If you have been accused of a theft crime in Tennessee, our attorneys can help.
White-collar crimes. These crimes are so named because people who are well educated often commit them. They require a certain amount of sophistication to commit. Examples of white-collar crimes include embezzlement and RICO crimes. These crimes are usually for money, as opposed to crimes of violence. We defend individuals and organizations accused of these serious crimes.

Our Seymour criminal defense attorneys represent clients who have been accused of federal and state crimes. Many attorneys refer cases to our firm because of our reputation for success, our experience in fighting prosecutions, and our resources that allow us to investigate and assert all possible defenses. Criminal defendants should understand that the prosecution must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Related resources on criminal defense

Misdemeanor Charges in Tennessee

Understanding the Charge of Criminal Homicide in Tennessee

Get the Seymour, Tennessee criminal defense help you need today

At Delius & McKenzie, PLLC, our Seymour criminal defense attorneys are ready to calm your fears so you can focus on fighting criminal charges. We guide clients and their families through the criminal court process. If you or a loved one was charged with a criminal offense in state or federal court, our legal team is ready to help. Please call us now at 865-428-8780 or complete our contact form. We represent defendants in Seymour and throughout Tennessee.

Christopher and Rebekah

"I can not begin to express how thankful Chris and I are for all of the hard work and dedication put into my husband's lawsuit. You made a difficult and stressful situation so much easier on us both. Chris and I work full time while raising 4 kids and your office understood the importance of expediting our case and getting it resolved in a timely manner...."

Chris and Rebekah

Ronnie Allen

"I was involved in a very serious motorcycle crash and was airlifted to UT Hospital for trauma care and emergency surgery. Upon release from the hospital a few days later I was informed of my prolonged recovery time and the possibility of never being able to return to my chosen profession. Within a few days of my release the medical bills started arriving.....it was at this point I knew I need the help of a professional, Mr. Delius."

Ronnie Allen

Mel Land.

"Bryan Delius has been such a great help to me. He does the best for his client. Mr. Delius is good and cares and that is the biggest thing. He cares about you and he will tell you the truth no matter how much it hurts and that’s what makes him the best. If you want a good attorney that will be truthful with you and help you, than Bryan Delius is the man to get the job done. Thank you Bryan so very much. I owe you my life, thank you sir and God bless."

Mel Land.

K. Thomas

"There would not be enough words to express the exceptional service I was given. I live in Nashville miles away, where online access is available to inform you of what you need to know about your ticket or citation. I was not aware of the seriousness of the citation until I appeared for a court date. After calling several lawyer offices DELIUS & MCKENZIE, PLLC listen to my concerns, valued my time my working with me by emails. Offer me a price for service that was affordable with a payment plan. Used all tools and resources for my defense and was able to have my citation dismissed. To have no face to face contact until the day I was to appear in court speaks volumes about DELIUS & MCKENZIE, PLLC. I could not praise them enough for being there for me."

K. Thomas

Kim

"When I was faced with the tragic loss of my husband in 2012 and found myself needing an attorney for the first time in my life, I knew immediately that I would be calling on Attorney Bryan Delius. It was a huge source of comfort and a weight lifted off my shoulders to know that Mr. Delius and his staff would treat my case as if I were his only client and take care of me as if I were a family member."

Kim

Bob Wurtz

Delius & McKenzie took care of a problem I had with municipal law enforcement. This was a serious allegation and I needed serious representation. Mr. Delius took my case, told me to let him worry about it, and proceeded to get the case dismissed. I was amazed at how quickly and efficiently my case was handled. I would highly recommend Delius & McKenzie to anyone who has a legal problem.

Thank you!

Bob Wurtz