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Criminal Defense Overview

Nashville, Tennessee Criminal Law Attorney

At the law office of Rob McKinney, Attorney at Law in Nashville, Tennessee, we defend clients who are under criminal investigation by law enforcement, clients who have been arrested, and clients who have been charged with criminal offenses, including the following:

Violent Crimes

Many times, our clients sit in jail following their arrest, so we often work with the family members. One objective in successfully defending a violent crime charge is to show that the individual charged used a reasonable amount of force to defend himself.

Drug Crimes

In a drug crime case, it is important to identify if your Fourth Amendment rights were violated during a vehicle stop or a search and seizure. Whether you have been charged with simple drug possession or drug trafficking, we will aggressively defend you and your constitutional rights.

Defense of Professional and Business Licenses and Alcohol/Beverage Licensing

We have helped many companies and professionals defend against license suspension or revocation, including doctors, dentists, bars, restaurants, and others. If your liquor license, medical license, or other professional license is in jeopardy, we will represent you at administrative hearings. Your business or professional license is too important. Let us help you preserve your license and career.

Drug Interdiction Stops

Drug interdiction stops are a growing trend where local police officers are set up on a highway to randomly stop passing cars. Autos and cash are seized which can be a significant revenue generator. Many times, racial profiling is a factor as well.

Domestic Violence

The long-term penalties of a domestic violence charge are becoming more severe. A conviction results in the loss of your ability to legally carry a weapon. Those clients here on a visa or green card are at risk of being deported, if convicted of a domestic assault.

DUI and DWI - Drunk Driving

When defending a DUI/DWI case, we get detailed information from our clients, including any medical issues that may mimic intoxication. At the criminal law office of Rob McKinney, Attorney at Law, we take a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to DUI cases because of the severe consequences of a drunk driving conviction.

Sex Crimes

Ramifications of a sex crime conviction can follow you for the rest of your life. Draconian sentences, police interrogation techniques, and the improper questioning and coaching of children make these cases challenging. We are up to the challenge.

Child Pornography & Molestation

Child pornography and molestation charges are handled in Federal court. We consult with forensic computer experts to determine how certain images got on your computer. With molestation cases, we protect your rights and challenge the prosecution's evidence at every turn.

Rape – Sexual Assault

Like any other sex crime, a conviction of rape or sexual assault can result in a lifetime sentence. Being charged with sexual assault alone carries a stigma that is hard to overcome, even if you are later acquitted of any sex-related crime.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced criminal defense lawyer, please call 651-259-9009 or 1-866-502-0009 or contact us through this website.
Contact Information

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Contact Information
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Rob McKinney
Attorney at Law
214 2nd Ave N., Suite 103
Nashville, TN 37201

Phone: 615-509-8599
Toll-Free: 1-877-364-6072
Fax: 615-242-5967
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"There are precious times in our lives when we are blessed with people in our life who make a difference. Although at times we may not have the right words to express just how grateful we are, we truly are grateful. God has brought you into our life, and we are forever thankful for you and all that you have done. Even if at times we may not say so. The picture included is of our daughter. We believe that it is she who will benefit the most from what you have done for us. Because of you, her father will be returned to her soon. That is why I would like to say thank you. People may not take the time to acknowledge the great work that you do or have done, but we want you to know that we do."

Thank You So Very Much - Nathan

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Thank you so very much Rob,

My regret is that we met under such a circumstance, my second regret is that we did not seek you sooner. Joshua's father did something good, he introduced us to you. You have been so important to us, some good comes from every misfortune, we were able to know you, and appreciate your talent.

Maybe Josh will further his education, if so this money will help him.

We will never forget you,
Thank you Robin,
(names omitted to protect confidentiality)

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Dear Rob,

I wanted to take this time to sincerely thank you for your success in my court case on May 6th. I know this is a little delayed as I have been busy as we all are... Anyway, I want you to know how much I appreciate your attention to detail and your professionalism. I made it through the 48 hours and have put it past me. Thanks once more for your ability to get it reduced and if I ever need legal assistance in the future, you have proven yourself to me.

Sincerely,

A.W.

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Rob,

Thank you for always taking care of Charles, Jessica and Drew for me. Without your help I would not know what to do or who to turn to. You are more to us than just a lawyer. Your are a friend someone who is always there for us.

Thank you,

JB

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Dear Rob,

I just wanted to say thank you for everything you have been doing for me. It's comforting to know I've got you on my side. You're the BEST!!

Thanks again,

R

PS I really can't thank you enough.

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Rob,

Thank you so very much for all you have done and are still doing. Thank you for being such a great attorney in our time of need. You made a difficult situation endurable.

Sincerely,

LM

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Dear Rob,

I wanted to take this time to sincerely thank you for your success in my court case on May 6th. I know this is a little delayed as I have been busy as we all are... Anyway, I want you to know how much I appreciate your attention to detail and your professionalism. I made it through the 48 hours and have put it past me. Thanks once more for your ability to get it reduced and if I ever need legal assistance in the future, you have proven yourself to me.

Sincerely,
A.W.

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Attorney Rob was the attorney I hired to defend me for a DUI arrest I experienced in 2007. It took place in a TN county that is notorious for refusing to plead down DUI's to lesser charges under any circumstances, and for insisting on nothing less than at least the minimum sentencing requirements for this offense. (Williamson) Upon the very first viewing of my "arrest tape" that we were finally allowed to see - along with the arresting officer, Rob was able to spot the officer giving me a bad command, starting me out on the wrong foot. Rob, himself, has been through field sobriety courses, has achieved certification, and knows the correct procedures the officers should follow. When he pointed this out to him, the officer was evidently rattled enough to realize that he had even more to lose than just the case if it went to trial. This one factor influenced heavily the outcome of my case. Rob was able to help me plead to a lesser charge of reckless driving, with no jail time, and 6 months of probation. I thoroughly believe that if Rob had not brought this to the attention of the officer during our viewing of the tape, we might have had to go through an even more protracted period of having to wait, and then go through a stressful trial. My case, otherwise, was one that most people, with untrained eyes, would view as "borderline." I did not deserve to be penalized to the degree that the county of Williamson was set on, and Rob McKinney made sure that it did not happen. I highly, unreservedly, recommend Rob McKinney to assist you in your DUI case. He is fierce and fearless when it comes to supporting his clients. July 23, 2008

Rob McKinney, Attorney at Law serves clients throughout Tennessee, including Nashville, Franklin, Springhill, Fairview, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Gallatin, La Vergne, Portland, Lebanon, Mount Juliet, Ashland City, Dickson, Centerville, Goodlettsville, Smyrna, Clarksville, Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Cheatham County, Dickson County, Hickman County, and Sumner County.