Randall E. Reagan Criminal Law Blog

The Law Office of Randall E. ReaganIf you are approached or detained by a Knoxville police officer you should not say anything to the officers nor get physical and resist arrest. If you have not been arrested yet and you are just being questioned, the Miranda warning, which states... Read More

Knoxville Criminal Law FirmsThe Law Office of Randall ReaganPolice officers must protect a citizen’s constitutional rights at all phases of the criminal procedure, including detainment, but it is important for a suspect to know their rights as well. ... Read More

The Law Office of Randall ReaganCriminal Defense Lawyer in KnoxvilleAfter someone is arrested and taken into police custody, they are booked at the jail. Once criminal charges are filed, a court appearance usually occurs within 72 hours of the arrest. During the arraignment the accused will enter a plea to the crime they are being accused of committing and the judge will set bail, deny bail, or release the... Read More

Knoxville Criminal Defense AttorneyFollowing the conviction and sentencing of a defendant there is an opportunity to file an appeal of the conviction and/or sentence. An appeal is a request from the defendant to have a higher court review the case and assure that all proceedings were managed in a proper and fair manner. It is extremely common for convicted defendants to appeal their convictions.... Read More