On Wednesday, January 23, 2019, Circuit Court Judge J. Mark Rogers swore in the 2019 Officers for the Rutherford and Cannon County Bar Association (RCCBA). Judge Rogers swore in Murfreesboro Lawyer Scott Kimberly as RCCBA President. Scott is serving along with three other outstanding lawyers from...
The Murfreesboro Voice published an article this week outlining the local bar association’s efforts to give back to the public through low-cost and no-cost legal services programs. The article, written by Michelle Willard, provided information about the Tennessee Supreme Court’s Access to Justice Commission and included information about...
I am often asked "how long will a conviction remain on my criminal record?" The answer depends on the type of conviction. Depending on the type of conviction, it will remain on your record for one of three lengths of time: (1) until the end...
I am often asked what is the difference between a retirement and a dismissal? In short, the short term looks a lot different between these two things, but the long term looks the same. What is a Dismissal? A dismissal is exactly what it sounds like; the...
Question: When should I waive my Miranda Rights in Tennessee and speak with police about a criminal case? Answer: Never. If police want to ask you questions or if you are arrested in Murfreesboro or Rutherford County, tell the police that you want a lawyer with you. Do...