Experience and Compassion in Criminal and Juvenile Law
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Tennessee, you may hear different terms used to describe possible ways a case can be resolved without a conviction. One of those terms is a “retirement.” A retirement is not something most people are familiar with, but in certain...
For many drivers, being placed on an ignition interlock device after a DUI-related matter can feel like the hardest part is behind them. However, it is critical to follow all of the rules while your driver's license is restricted, or you may risk having your interlock...
Finding out that the police arrested or cited your child is terrifying. You can quickly become overwhelmed by worry about their future and the possibility that a mistake might follow them. Many parents assume juvenile mistakes result in a permanent criminal record. In...
Criminal court proceedings often take months or longer than a year from beginning to end. Many defendants facing charges do not spend that entire time in state custody. Instead, they post bail to secure their release before trial. Bail involves providing money to the...
If your child has been charged with marijuana possession, you’re probably feeling anxious and uncertain about what will happen next. Remember, you’re not alone, and taking the right steps can make a big difference in protecting your teen’s future. Under Tennessee law...
College and high school students enjoy numerous breaks from class throughout the year. Spring break is one of the school breaks with the strongest association with partying and travel. Students have a week or longer away from class and may travel across the state or...
Yesterday, I represented a client in Franklin facing an Order of Protection. The case was dismissed. Orders of Protection are serious matters — they can impact a person’s reputation, employment, and family relationships. While these legal measures are essential for...
Today, I received a call from a case management system company trying to sell me on their services. I always keep an open mind, but one of their selling points stopped me in my tracks: they boasted about their system’s AI capabilities to "read through discovery and...
If you’re returning to school from winter break with an unwanted DUI charge, you’re not alone. It’s not unusual for a high school or college student to get their first DUI after a holiday party or a day of watching football with friends or family over the long break. ...
New Year's Eve is a time for reflection and celebration. At The Law Office of Nichole Dusché, we’ve had a year full of significant victories in 2024. It’s been an honor to help our clients in Williamson County, Maury County, and Hickman County navigate the legal...