Even a first-time DUI can put your license, job, and freedom at risk. We dig into the details of the stop, the officer’s report, and every test to fight for dismissal or reduction.
At The Bell Law Firm, we defend people charged with a wide range of criminal offenses across Knoxville, Anderson County, and surrounding East Tennessee courts.
At The Bell Law Firm, we defend people accused of probation violations across Knoxville, Anderson County, and surrounding East Tennessee courts. If your freedom is on the line, you need to act quickly.
A DUI arrest in Tennessee often comes with an automatic license suspension—even before your case goes to trial. If you’re stopped in Knoxville and charged with DUI, you could lose your ability to drive for up to one year on a first offense. For many people, that means not being able to get to work, school, or take care of family responsibilities. An experienced Knoxville DUI attorney can help you challenge the suspension, request a restricted license, or fight to get the charges reduced or dismissed. For example, if an officer in Anderson County failed to follow proper roadside procedures, we may be able to suppress the evidence and protect your license.
Drug charges in Tennessee range from simple possession of marijuana to felony cases involving meth, heroin, or fentanyl. A conviction can mean fines, probation, or years in prison. Imagine if you were pulled over in Sevier County and officers claimed they found more than half a gram of a controlled substance in your car. Even if you had no intent to sell, prosecutors may still file felony “intent to distribute” charges. A Knoxville criminal defense lawyer will look at how the evidence was collected, whether a search was legal, and whether officers followed the rules. If they didn’t, that evidence may not be used against you.
Yes, depending on the facts of your case and your criminal history. Assault charges in Knoxville or surrounding counties can be classified as misdemeanors or felonies, and penalties vary. For example, a heated argument in Loudon that led to a simple assault charge might be resolved with anger management classes, probation, or be dismissed outright. On the other hand, a felony assault in Jefferson County carries the possibility of years in prison. Having a defense attorney who knows the local courts and prosecutors can make a major difference in negotiating reduced charges, alternative sentencing, or dismissal.
The first step after any arrest—whether for DUI, drug charges, or assault—is to stay calm and avoid making statements to law enforcement. Do not explain yourself to police or investigators before speaking with your lawyer. Even an off-hand comment can be twisted and used against you later. For example, if you’re arrested in Anderson County for an alleged bar fight, telling an officer “I didn’t mean to hit him” could be used as an admission against you. Call The Bell Law Firm right away. We’ll obtain the warrant, review the officer’s report, and start building your defense immediately.
Yes. We represent clients across East Tennessee, including Anderson County, Sevier County, Loudon County, Roane County, and Jefferson County. Each local court system is different. For example, the way DUI cases move through Knox County courts is not the same as in Jefferson County. Attorney Justin Bell has built relationships with judges and DAs across these counties, giving clients an advantage in navigating the process. Whether you’re in Clinton, Sevierville, Oak Ridge, or Lenoir City, we can step in and fight for your rights.
The Bell Law Firm focuses on the charges that put your future most at risk. Our practice areas include:
If you’re facing charges in Knoxville, Anderson County, or anywhere in East Tennessee, Attorney Justin Bell will build a defense that is strategic, trial-ready, and focused on protecting your future.