Criminal Law Author

Tessa Vaughn

Tessa Vaughn is a seasoned criminal law attorney with a strong background in sex crimes and domestic violence cases. She is a fierce advocate for her clients and has a proven track record of success in difficult criminal matters.

Credentials

J.D., New York University, LL.M. in Criminal Law

15+ yearsSex CrimesDomestic Violence

Articles by Tessa Vaughn

Is Possession of a Stolen Firearm a Felony?How to Get an OVI Charge Off Your Record How to Choose the Right DUI Lawyer for Your Case Is Innocent Until Proven Guilty a Law?What Vehicles Do Not Have to Stop at a Railroad Crossing?How Long Does a Magistrate Hearing Take?How Often Do You Report to a Probation Officer?What Happens When Found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity?What Must a Prosecutor Prove When the Law Requires Mens Rea?Kent v. United States: The Case Explained With Pictures Can Tow Truck Drivers Legally Carry Guns?What Does It Mean When Bail Is Exonerated?Can the Same Evidence Be Used After a Mistrial?What Is Strict Liability in Criminal Law?Can You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test in NC?Schmuck v. United States: Mail Fraud and Lesser Offenses People v. Knoller: Second-Degree Murder and Implied Malice How Arthur v. Garcia Affects Eyewitness Testimony The Supreme Court's Ruling in US v. Jones Commonwealth v. Berkowitz and Forcible Compulsion Weeks v. U.S. and the Creation of the Exclusionary Rule Can Police Legally Interview a Minor?What Is Post Release Community Supervision?When Can You Legally Use Your Cell Phone While Driving?What Is Considered a Moving Violation?Can You Be Retried After a Mistrial?Should I Plead Not Guilty at Arraignment?How Much Jail Time for Illegal Gun Possession?What Is Considered a Delinquent Offense?Can Police Question a Minor at School?