Criminal Defense Lawyer in Nashville, Tennessee
Brent Horst, Attorney at Law
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3925 Gallatin Pike Nashville, Tennessee 37216 USA |
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(615) 259-9867
(615) 227-5910
www.brenthorstlaw.com
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The Law Office of Brent Horst has the knowledge and experience to provide you with the aggressive defense you need. We defend clients throughout Tennessee, including Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Clarksville, and Memphis, who have been charged with a serious crime.
Attorney Brent Horst is a former Tennessee prosecutor who understands the strategies your prosecutor may implement. His experience as a former prosecutor also gives him a unique perspective on the best manner of defending you against the criminal charges levied against you.
In the courtroom, there is no substitute for experience. You can learn theory and the law in law school, but you can't learn how to evaluate a judge, jury, or how certain individuals will respond to certain evidence. You also can't learn how to evaluate a case properly and your chances of success without some real-world experience.
Our attorney has over 20 years of criminal trial experience. He has tried over 100 jury cases to verdict. He understands how to evaluate your chances of success, as well as which strategies yield you the most favorable results. His skill and experience have allowed him to handle thousands of cases, as well as earn a track record of success in the courtroom.
Practice Areas
Additional Practice Areas: Breath and Blood Test Refusal; Child Molestation; Child Sexual Battery; Child Rape; Consensual Sex with a Minor; Lewd and Lascivious Acts Against a Minor; Child Sex Abuse Defense; Computer & Internet Sex Crimes; Indecent Exposure; Misdemeanor Crimes; Occupational Licenses; Prescription Fraud; Probation Violations; Property Crimes; Vandalism; Car Theft; Armed Robbery; Sex Offender Registration; Violent Crimes; Vehicular Homicide; Criminal Appeals; Bond Hearings; Warrants; Bar Fighting; Mail Fraud; Bank Fraud; Medicare Fraud; Medicaid Fraud
Practice Areas Description
Brent Horst, Attorney at Law offers legal representation on the following areas of practice:- Breath and Blood Test Refusal
When you are pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, you do have the right to refuse the Breathalyzer and blood-alcohol tests, although it will result in suspension of your driver's license. By refusing these tests, you are depriving the state of evidence that could be helpful in their drunk driving case against you. Without this evidence, the state must use other evidence to prove that you were impaired. Typically, a case without a breath or blood test will be based on the police officer's testimony and other statements. Therefore, if you have refused a Breathalyzer test or other test to determine your blood-alcohol level, you still need an experienced attorney to protect your rights.
- Child Molestation
As an experienced defense attorney, Mr. Horst understands the prejudices you face if you have been accused of child molestation. We handle all accusations of child molestation, including the following: Child rape; Child aggravated sexual battery; Consensual Sex with a Minor; Lewd and lascivious acts against a minor.
- Child Pornography
Child pornography is a state and federal crime with long prison sentences for those convicted. Penalties are typically more severe for distribution or production of child pornography, but also increase with the number of images possessed. Anyone who believes they may be under investigation or may be questioned by authorities regarding the possession, distribution or production of child pornography should call an attorney immediately.
- Child Sex Abuse Defense
There is a national obsession with child sex abuse. Sensational and tragic stories about convicted sex offenders, who have re-offended - often in violent ways - are seen in the media regularly. Those sensational media stories and the fact that the general public seems inclined to automatically believe the allegation of a child results in a situation where anyone accused of a sexual offense against a child is for all practical purposes presumed guilty, will face years and often life in prison if convicted, and once out of prison the person is publicly humiliated and hounded. With law offices in Nashville, Tennessee, the Law Office of Brent Horst knows how to defend child sex abuse cases in Tennessee. As a former prosecutor who specialized in the prosecution sex crimes, he knows how the police, prosecutors, and social workers investigate and present these cases in court. He knows the special problems that these cases present and how to address those problems.
- Computer & Internet Sex Crimes
If you are accused of a computer or Internet sex crime, do not say anything until you consult an attorney. Sex crimes, including Internet sex crimes, are serious offenses, especially if they involve children or minors. Your freedom and future is at stake.
- Domestic Assault
Our experienced domestic assault defense lawyer, Brent Horst, is a former prosecuting attorney and Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist with over 100 criminal jury trials tried to verdict and over 20 years of criminal trial experience. His experience has taught him that many domestic assaults charges are filed in retaliation to divorce or other domestic difficulties. Unfortunately, Tennessee domestic assault allegations are considered by the divorce court and therefore must be vigorously defended in criminal court. Equally unfortunate, domestic assault charges are generally not dropped by the prosecution, even if the spouse or filing party decides not to press charges.
- Drunk Driving
In Tennessee, there is an implied consent (you agree to it when you sign for your drivers license) to submit to a breathalyzer or blood test when a police officer has probable cause to believe that your driving is impaired due to drugs or alcohol. That means that if a police officer has lawful grounds to stop you and probable cause to believe you are impaired or over the legal limit (usually an odor of alcohol will be all that it takes)he can ask you to submit to a blood-alcohol test. Refusing a breath or blood test can result in the loss of your license even if you are later found not guilty of DUI or DWI.
- Federal Drug Crimes
Defending a drug charge in federal court is much more difficult than in state court. Although the facts that must be proven are much the same as in state court, federal authorities usually do a more thorough job of investigating the case. They are more likely to have wire taps of conversations, video and audio surveillance, and financial records that have been reviewed by experts to demonstrate that assets came from illegal drug activity. Federal crimes defense attorney Brent Horst understands the importance of strategic defense in such cases. He is a former prosecuting attorney and a Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.* Few drug crimes attorneys in Tennessee have achieved this certification.
- Indecent Exposure
In the state of Tennessee, indecent exposure laws and public indecency laws make acts of public indecency or indecent exposure a felony if these acts are committed within 1000 feet of a school or playground. We will work discretely. Although the matter is public record, we will do everything in our power to avoid unnecessary attention to your charges. Our goal is to resolve the matter quickly and without publicity.
- Misdemeanor Crimes
Many people are under the mistaken impression that misdemeanor charges are not serious. That could not be further than the truth. If you are convicted of a misdemeanor, you could be facing large fines, up to a year in prison, and a long-term driver's license suspension, among other potential consequences. Brent Horst, Attorney at Law & Associates defends people charged with a range of misdemeanor crimes throughout Tennessee, including the cities of Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, and Clarksville.
- Occupational Licenses
A first-time DWI conviction in Tennessee results in a one-year license suspension. This can affect every facet of your life, from your relationships to your ability to earn a living. Based in Nashville, Brent Horst, Attorney at Law & Associates defends people charged with drunk driving throughout the state. Our attorneys can help you seek an occupational license to allow you to drive for necessary purposes. The application process for an occupational license can be complex. We understand your need to drive to continue working, going to school, and fulfilling your day-to-day obligations. We can guide you through the process of obtaining an occupational license through the court.
- Prescription Fraud
The penalties for a prescription fraud conviction can vary depending on the nature of the crime. The courts are often more forgiving to individuals who are addicted to prescription drugs and have obtained them illegally only for personal use. On the other hand, a conviction for large-scale trafficking of prescription drugs is likely to lead to serious consequences.
- Probation Violations
People charged with probation violations can face serious penalties. Any penalties that were deferred pending successful completion of probation can be reinstated, which could mean jail time. If the alleged probation violation involves commission of an additional crime, the fact that you were on probation could be used to increase the penalties for that offense. Ultimately, the penalties are up to the discretion of the judge. The biggest factors in determining what penalties you will face are the nature of the violation, how successful your probation has been so far, and input from your probation officer.
- Property Crimes
Based in Nashville, Brent Horst, Attorney at Law & Associates defends people throughout the state charged with property crimes ranging from car theft to embezzlement. In property offenses, the severity of the charges and the penalties upon conviction usually depends on the property value. The theft of a $10 item from a store, for example, will generally be charged as a misdemeanor. Embezzlement of thousands of dollars could be classified as a level 1 felony.
- Prostitution and Solicitation
It's understandable that you want to keep criminal charges as private as possible, especially charges that touch on sex crimes. Unfortunately, the criminal justice system is a public system. Whether you were charged with soliciting a prostitute, or engaging in prostitution, our law office will act as discreetly as possible in the way we handle your case. We can help you weigh the consequences of a guilty plea to a solicitation or prostitution charge or to a lesser charge with the potential publicity of going to trial. We will work together to develop a defense strategy that addresses your goals and concerns.
- Rape / Sexual Assault
Sexual assault laws (rape laws) in Tennessee are very serious crimes, especially if they involve a minor. Often times, punishments can amount to a life sentence, even on a first offense. In addition, if you are sentenced by a judge or jury for a serious sex crime (including rape), your sentence will often be without the possibility of parole. Serious consequences call for a serious and aggressive defense.
- Sex Offender Registration
Originally under the Sexual Offender Registration statutes only people convicted of a small group of crimes were required to notify law enforcement authorities of where they were living and to regularly re-register. However, we are finding that every year the list of crimes that require sex offender registration gets longer, and the requirements and restrictions on convicted persons becomes more oppressive. Now, convicted sex offenders are prohibited from living or working in certain areas of the community, from living with children, and from living near a school or daycare. Many sex offenders are required to have their address and photograph posted on the Internet.
- Violent Crimes
Experience can make a difference. With more than 20 years of trial experience, Mr. Horst has tried more than 100 criminal cases before a jury. He defends against any violent crime charge, including: Simple assault; Domestic assault; Aggravated assault; Assault and battery; Sexual assault; Vehicular homicide; Armed robbery; Manslaughter; Murder.
- White Collar Crimes
We represent clients accused of committing white collar crimes such as embezzlement, mail fraud, credit card fraud, bank fraud, Medicare fraud, Medicaid fraud, and conspiracy to commit fraud.
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