ROBERT R. KURTZ

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Robert R. Kurtz represents clients in the cities of Athens, Chattanooga, Cleveland, Cookeville, Crossville, Gatlinburg, Greeneville, Jefferson City, Kingston, Knoxville, Maynardville, Memphis, Nashville, Newport, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the tri-cities of Kingsport, Johnson City and Bristol.

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Knoxville, TN Criminal Defense Attorney

Knoxville DUI Defense Attorney

Federal DUI Defense Attorney

Most DUI cases are prosecuted in State Court.  DUI arrests that occur on federally owned land, like the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and Cherokee National Forest, are prosecuted in Federal Court.  The penalties for a Federal DUI conviction are more severe than a comparable case in State Court.  A DUI attorney with experience and knowledge handling Federal DUI cases can explain the difference between state and federal prosecutions, and the potential penalties of each.

Federal DUI law is different depending on where the arrest took place. Arrests in national parks normally fall under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service, and are governed by the Code of Federal Regulations (?hyperlink?).  Under these regulations, drunk-driving in a national park is a Class B misdemeanor. If convicted of DUI in a National Park you will be sentenced to up to six months in a federal penitentiary and a fine of up to $5,000. The driver also can be placed on probation for up to five years.

DUI arrests on other federal land, like military bases, national forests or other public lands, adopt the law of the State where the arrest occurred.  DUI drivers arrested on federal land in Tennessee face the same penalties as those prosecuted in State Court.

DUI Lawyer in Knoxville

Federal Implied Consent Violations, or the refusal to submit to a blood or breath test, can result in additional punishment.  Drivers on federally owned land, arrested on suspicion of drunk-driving, are required to submit to a chemical test to determine their blood alcohol content (BAC).  A driver who refuses to submit to a chemical test can be charged with a misdemeanor under the Code of Federal Regulations.  If convicted, you can be sentenced to up to six months in a federal prison, a fine, or both. The driver will also be denied driving privileges on federal lands for one year, beginning on the date of arrest.

Federal DUI cases carry swift and severe penalties that can affect you for years to come.  A DUI attorney experienced in Federal DUI cases will investigate the charge, interview witnesses and gather necessary evidence to develop a strategy to fight the charges, challenge evidence and keep consequences to a minimum