Criminal Law

When facing legal challenges, many people wonder if they really need a lawyer. At the Slaughter Law Firm, we believe that professional legal representation is crucial for protecting your rights [...]

With over 20 years of experience serving Bristol, Tennessee, The Slaughter Law Firm is your trusted partner in legal matters. Attorney Frankie Slaughter specializes in criminal defense, providing [...]

Being arrested can be a frightening experience. It’s important to remember that you have rights, and knowing what to do next can make a big difference. The Importance of Remaining Silent [...]

Been arrested or accused of a crime? It’s a scary situation, and the legal system can feel like a maze. Don’t try to navigate it alone. A criminal defense attorney is your champion in [...]

If you find yourself in need of a criminal lawyer, there’s lots to consider as you decide who to entrust with your case. Here, we’ll walk you through what you’ll need to know in [...]

Busted is a mugshot website and newspaper that prints the most recent arrests in any given city. They have become a popular form of entertainment, information, and public shaming all in one. Not [...]

A Lawyer Protects Your Rights At times life gets messy and complicated for all of us. Good people sometimes make bad choices, tragically, even the best personal relationships fall apart, and one [...]

Each state can put different laws into place and the federal laws that apply to all 50 states. As we wrap up this series, we want to re-visit some common questions about criminal law. Is It Right [...]

Generally, those facing drug charges can expect to be tried and punished according to state laws. However, when a drug crime crosses into the federal level, the case becomes immensely more [...]

It takes only a few seconds to make a decision that will impact you for the rest of your life. But just because you find yourself in handcuffs, watching the blue and red lights flash against the [...]