Lonnie R. Hoover, Attorney

Lonnie R. Hoover, Attorney

With over 35 years of exclusive Criminal Defense practice of law, I am well experienced. I will zealously represent and defend you against any criminal charge.  I represent clients in Williamson County and in surrounding counties throughout Middle Tennessee. Whether you are charged with DUI, assault, domestic assault, drug charges or any other criminal charge, you should contact an experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer who will work hard to understand your case and represent you effectively. 

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With extensive trial experience, expert legal knowledge in the area of DUI and a firm understanding of Tennessee law, Lonnie Hoover is a highly experienced Court room Lawyer having represented thousands of citizens accused of criminal offenses over the past 35 years.  Lonnie is well experienced in all areas of Criminal Defense as a trial lawyer, and Judge for 15 years.   Hiring Lonnie Hoover will give you the expert knowledge you deserve in charges such as DUI, assault, domestic assault and other criminal offenses.  

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Lonnie R. Hoover provides a personalized approach to law and ensures that our clients receive the best possible defense. It is our priority to provide our clients the best legal representation in Tennessee for DUI-related cases. To learn more about how we can help defend you, please contact us today.

Area of Practice

Driving Under the Influence

DUI is the abbreviation for the Tennessee offense of Driving Under the Influence of either alcohol or drugs. DUI is commonly referred to as DWI, or Driving While Impaired, although this is not the technically correct wordage. DUI laws have strict penalties in Tennessee and a first conviction can result in a jail sentence of 11 months and 29 days, although this usually is converted into a period of probation. The legal Blood Alcohol Content level, or BAC, is .08 for adults 21 and over, .04 for commercial drivers and .02 for those under 21. Penalties for a conviction may include:

• Jail: 48 hours minimum to 11 months, 29 days
• If blood alcohol content level is .20 or higher, the court may order a 7 day minimum jail sentence
• Driver’s license suspension: 1 year mandatory; restricted license often possible
• Fines: $350 – $1500
• DUI School: mandatory; or, Victim Impact Panel may be assigned
• DUI Assessment: mandatory, plus $100 fee
• Community service: depends on court mandate
• Ignition interlock device: upon court order and in some cases mandatory

If you were convicted for DUI, it is highly advisable to retain an experienced Tennessee DUI attorney. With more than 35 years of experience, Franklin DUI lawyer Lonnie R. Hoover has represented more than 1500 DUI clients. He is intimately familiar with DUI laws and provides aggressive representation in all DUI areas.
 

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Drug Possession

Drug possession laws in Tennessee are extremely harsh and a conviction can result in extensive prison sentences, heavy fines, treatment programs and more. These include, but are not limited to:

• Simple Possession or Casual Exchange of Marijuana: Class A Misdemeanor – 1 year jail, $2500 maximum fine
• Marijuana Possession with Intent to Distribute: May result in years or decades in prison and hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines, depending on quantity and circumstances
• Manufacture, Deliver, Sales of a Controlled Substance – May result in 30 or more years prison and $100,000 fine depending on schedule and quantity of drugs.  

Controlled substances include cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, crystal meth, MDMA/ecstasy, LSD, prescription drugs and more. A drug conviction charge can have lifelong negative consequences on your present career, future employment, professional licensing, the ability to apply for student loans, and will result in a permanent criminal record. It is vital to obtain aggressive legal representation from an experienced drug crimes lawyer.

Assault

Assault (or simple assault) occurs when one party causes bodily harm to another, or causes another to reasonably fear imminent injury, or causes offensive, provocative contact. An assault charge does not necessitate actual touching or injury. As long as the victim actually believes that they are in imminent danger based on the actions of the actor, an assault may occur.

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Aggravated assault is a more serious offense and occurs when the victim is seriously injured or if a deadly weapon is used in the commission of the assault. Note that the weapon does not have to actually be used – it is enough to display the weapon.

The severity of the assault charge will depend on the state of mind of the actor. Intentional assaults, therefore, are more heavily punished than reckless assaults.

If you were arrested for assault or aggravated assault, you may be facing anywhere from 2 to 15 years, depending on your conduct, prior convictions and other factors. It is essential to protect your freedom and your rights by hiring an experienced criminal defense assault lawyer. Attorney Lonnie R. Hoover has more than 35 years defending thousands of defendants in serious felonies and misdemeanors.

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Domestic Assault

Domestic assault refers to assault within a domestic relationship. Domestic relationships include the following:

• Married or previously married
• Presently or previously living together
• Dating or previously dating adults or minors with present or former sexual relationship
• Related by blood or adoption
• Presently or previously related by marriage
• Adult or minor children of anyone in one of the above relationships

Typically, an argument erupts between two or more of these individuals, and may involve loud screaming, threats, and perceived or actual physical violence. The authorities may be alerted by one of the parties, a concerned housemate or a neighbor. When the police arrive, one of the parties is often arrested, removed from the property, and jailed. The victim may file for an order of protection.