Criminal Defense Attorney Chattanooga

Chattanooga Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney John McDougal, one of the most respected criminal defense lawyers in Chattanooga, has earned a reputation for providing high quality, aggressive legal representation in Chattanooga, Hamilton County and the surrounding communities.

Criminal defense attorney John McDougal earned this reputation by providing his clients with the highest standards of diligence, knowledge and professional advice, and through his past experience as a special judge in General Sessions and in Chattanooga City Court.

Whether a client is seeking a Federal criminal defense attorney or a State of Tennessee criminal defense attorney, John McDougal treats each client’s situation with the utmost attention and importance.

About Federal Crimes

What constitutes a federal crime? A crime may be considered a federal crime if any of the following occur:

  • The crime occurred on federal property.
  • The crime occurred in more than one state or across state lines.
  • The crime is committed against a federal official.
  • The crime is committed by US interstate commerce, such as with the US mail.
  • An immigration crime. The crime is an illegal re-entry or other related crimes.

Federal Crime Practice Areas

Armed Robbery
Arson
Assault
Bank Fraud
Bank Robbery
Bankruptcy Fraud
Bombing
Bribery
Child Pornography
Computer Crimes
Conspiracy Charges
Controlled Substance Violations
Copyright Piracy
Counterfeiting
Counterintelligence
Cruise Ship Crimes
Cyber Crimes
Domestic Terrorism
Drug Crimes
Drug Dealing
Drug Trafficking
Election Fraud
Embezzlement
Espionage
Export Crimes
Extortion and Threats

Firearms Crimes
Forgery
Fraud
Hate Crimes
Homicide
Human Trafficking
Identity Theft
Immigration Crimes
Import Crimes
International Terrorism
Internet Solicitation
Kidnapping
Mail Fraud
Major Drug Crimes
Manslaughter
Medicaid Fraud
Medicare Fraud
Money Laundering
Mortgage Fraud
Murder
Online Predators
Organized Crime
Perjury
Piracy
Pornography Possession and Distributions

Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substances
Postal Offenses
Property Crimes
Public Corruption
Robbery
Sexual Abuse
Software Piracy
Supervised Release Violations
Tampering with US Mail
Tax Fraud
Terrorism
Terrorist Threats
Theft
Torture
Treason
Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (UCW)
Using False Identification Documents
Violent Crimes
Voluntary Manslaughter
Weapons Violations
White Collar Crimes
Wire Fraud
Wire Tapping

About State of Tennessee Crimes

Criminal defense attorney, John McDougal represents individuals charged with misdemeanor and felony charges in the State of Tennessee.

Tennessee Misdemeanor Crimes and Penalties


Class A Misdemeanor


Penalty:
Up to 11 months, 29 days in jail and / or fines up to $2,500.00.

Charges:
Assault
Check Fraud
Contempt of Court
Domestic Assault
DUI Charges 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Forgery
Harassment
Petty Theft
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Possession of Stolen Property
Prostitution or Solicitation
Reckless Endangerment
Simple Possession of Marijuana, Cocaine, or other Drugs
Stalking
Theft under $500
Unlawful Imprisonment


Class B Misdemeanor


Penalty:
Up to 6 months in jail and / or fines up to $500

Charges
:
Assault
Boating While Intoxicated
Criminal Mischief
Criminal Trespass
Driving While Intoxicated
Enticing a Child
Flying While intoxicated
Graffiti
Indecent Exposure
Interference with Railroad Property
Patronizing Prostitution
Prostitution
Reckless Driving
Resisting Arrest
Terroristic Threats
Theft of Property


Class C Misdemeanor


Penalty:
Up to 30 days in jail and / or no more than $50.00 in fines.

Charges:
Criminal Trespass
Disorderly Conduct
Motor Vehicle Offenses
Petty Offenses
Public Intoxication
Regulatory Offenses
Speeding
Speeding Tickets
Traffic Tickets
Wildlife Violations








Tennessee Felony Crimes and Penalties


Class A Felony


Penalty: Death; life. imprisonment 15 to 60 years in prison and a fine of up to $50,000

Charges:
Aggravated Rape
Kidnapping
Rape
Arson
Murder
Capital Crimes

Class B Felony

Penalty: Eight to 30 years imprisonment, as well as a fine of up to $25,000.

Charges:
Possession of at least 0.5 grams of cocaine
Robbery
Burglary



Class C Felony

Penalty: Three to 15 years, as well as fines of up to $10,000


Charges:
Fraud
White Collar Crimes
Drug Crimes
Possession of 20 to 99 plants.




Class D Felony


Penalty: Two to 12 years imprisonment, and a fine of up to $5,000

Charges:
Computer Tapering
DUI's
Aggravated Assault
Failure to Pay Child Support


Class E Felony


Penalty: One to six years in prison, as well as a fine of up to $3,000.

Charges:
Computer Fraud
Aggravated Gambling Promotion



 

Statutes of Limitations

A statute of limitations is a time period during which the state must begin criminal prosecution. The statute of limitations begins to “run” when the crime is committed. More serious crimes have longer statutes of limitations and the most serious crimes, those punishable by death or life in prison, have no statute of limitations.

Chattanooga DUI / Reckless Homicide Lawyers – Drunk Driving Defense

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious criminal offense that can have immediate and long term consequences, it could affect the rest of your life. Whether this is your first DUI offense, or you have been convicted for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs a number of times, challenging the charges placed against you is of critical importance with fighting for your future.

A DUI / Reckless Homicide arrest will result in the automatic suspension of your driver’s license and potential heavy fines. Reckless Homicide could mean prison time. If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Chattanooga or Hamilton County, you need a knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive DUI lawyer who knows how to save your driver’s license and keep you out of jail. You need the best. Learn more...

Appeals

Criminal defense lawyer, John McDougal. has represented individuals in Federal Appeals, Tennessee State Appeals, Federal Habeas Corpus and Tennessee Post Conviction Cases. Learn more...

Investigations and Grand Jury Subpoenas

Criminal defense attorney, John McDougal can assisted client’s being investigated by the FBI, DEA, ATF, Homeland Security, US Postal Inspector, US Treasury and Secret Service, US Department of Justice, IRS, SEC, US Inspector’s General, Chattanooga Police Department, Tennessee State Police, Tennessee Attorney General and numerous other local agencies. Attorney McDougal has represented numerous individuals subpoenaed by Federal and Tennessee Grand Juries.

Expunging and Sealing Criminal Records

If you have previously been charged with a criminal offense in Chattanooga and it is preventing you from applying to certain jobs, professions or educational opportunities, you may want to seal or expunge your criminal record. Learn more...

Civil Rights

Police misconduct from excessive force to unlawful arrest. Should you choose to work with our law office, you will be able to have peace of mind knowing that we are fighting for you every step of the way. You deserve a Chattanooga criminal lawyer on your side who understands how to protect your rights!

Qualified Criminal Defense Lawyer in Chattanooga

Attorney John McDougal can handle a broad range of criminal charges related to drug crimes, including possession as well as federal drug charges, such as interstate or international drug trafficking. We help drivers throughout Chattanooga who have been pulled over or arrested for any type of traffic offense, including DUI and multiple DUI offenses. Your criminal defense attorney also is experienced with clients that have faced serious weapon and gun charges.

Get a Free Consultation - Call Us Today at (423) 756–0536

To learn more about the ways a skilled criminal defense attorney can protect your interests with your legal issues, contact the Attorney John McDougal in Chattanooga for a free consultation. You can also use our contact email form to request a free consultation, for any questions you might have and to schedule an appointment.

Criminal Defense Practice Areas

Abuse
Aggravated Arson
Aggravated Assault
Aggravated Robbery
Animal Cruelty
Appeals to the Court of Criminal Appeals
Appeals to the Tennessee Supreme Court
Arson
Assault
Assault and Battery Appeals
Assault Appeals
Asset Seizure
Bank Fraud
Boating Under the Influence
Brandishing a Weapon
BUI
Burglary
Business Professions Code Violations
Child Abuse
Child Endangerment
Civil Forfeiture Proceedings
Community Corrections Violations
Computer Crimes
Criminal Appeals
Domestic Assault
Domestic Violence
Driving Offenses
Driving on a Revoked License
Driving on a Suspended License
Driving Under the Influence
Driving While Intoxicated
Drug Charges
Drug Crimes
Drug Offenses

Drug Paraphernalia Possession
Drug Possession
Drug Trafficking and Conspiracy
DUI
DWI
Embezzlement
Expungement of Criminal Record
Expungements
Federal Felonies
Forgery
Fraud
Gambling
Gang Crimes
Grand Theft Auto
Gun Charges
Gun Crimes
Healthcare Fraud
Hit and Run
Home Invasion
Homicide
Immigration Law
Insurance Fraud
Juvenile Crimes
Kidnapping
Mail Fraud
Making Threats Against Another Person
Manslaughter
Marijuana
Marijuana Growing Operation
Medicare Fraud
Misdemeanors
Money Laundering
Mortgage Fraud
Motions to Reduce Bond
Murder
Narcotic Offenses
Nonviolent Crimes

Parole Board Representation
Parole Violations
Petitions to Suspend Sentence
Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Resale
Possession of Controlled
Substances
Possession of Marijuana
Post-Conviction and Habeas Corpus Relief
Post Conviction Relief
Probation Violations
Public Intoxication
Rape
Reckless Homicide
Reinstatement Hearings
Restraining Orders
Robbery
Sale of a Controlled Substance
Sentencing
Serious Traffic Violations
Sex Crimes
Sex Offenses
Sexual Assault
Shoplifting
State Felonies
Tax Fraud
Theft
Theft Crimes
Traffic Ticket
Underage Consumption
Vandalism
Vehicular Homicide
Violation of Probation
Violent Crimes
Weapons Charges
Wire Fraud