Nashville Child Abuse Defense Attorneys
Challenging Child Abuse & Neglect Charges in Tennessee
Child abuse may consist of what someone has done to a child or what someone has not done to protect a child from harm. Specifically, under Tennessee law, child abuse may mean that a person under age 18 "has suffered, sustained or been in immediate danger" or suffered from a "wound, injury, disability, or physical or mental condition caused by brutality, neglect, or other actions or inactions of a parent, relative, guardian, or caregiver."
Criminal charges involving harm or potential harm to children include:
- Child abuse
- Aggravated child abuse
- Child neglect
Child abuse may consist of "brutality, abuse, or neglect toward a child." Some types of child abuse have to do with not removing a child from a known danger. For example, failing to protect a child from harms may constitute abuse.
When it comes to defending clients against child abuse and neglect charges, our Nashville child abuse attorneys at May McKinney spare no effort in protecting their constitutional rights and interests. We believe in safeguarding our clients’ relationships with their children and preserving their reputations and careers. Taking a holistic approach to every case we handle, our team works to reach the most favorable result.
Contact our Nashville child abuse defense lawyers at (615) 265-6383 today.
Child Neglect & Endangerment Defense in Tennessee
With child neglect and endangerment, the particulars of each situation as perceived by law enforcement and other government agencies will determine the level of criminal charges filed.
Examples of alleged child neglect may include:
- Leaving a child alone in a car
- Exposing a child to marijuana smoke
- Failing to provide necessary medical care
- Unlawfully keeping a child out of school
- Lack of supervision
- Endangerment of morals or health of a child
- Allowing, encouraging, or permitting a child to engage in prostitution or child pornography
This is an abbreviated list. Even if the circumstances of your child neglect case are not described here, you should talk to a Nashville child abuse defense attorney promptly if you have been charged with any type of crime involving a child who is alleged to be a victim.
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"Best criminal lawyer in Nashville."I have met with Mr. McKinney during a very difficult time. I was welcomed with open arms. Aside from being the best lawyer, he is a very caring person. He accomplished the impossible in my case. He worked relentlessly and brought my charges down from a serious felony to a misdemeanor. Which is unheard of from what I understand. I would have faced deportation but with his expertise and commitment to my case now I can become a citizen. Rob McKinney and his team gave me a second chance in life! For that I am forever grateful.- Pinar James
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"Truly Grateful"There are precious times in our lives when we are blessed with people who make a difference.- Nathan
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"Incredibly helpful"This was my first experience ever being accused of a crime and I was very nervous and scared. Rob and his staff were incredibly helpful, answering all of my questions and putting my mind at ease throughout the process. In the end, we were able to get everything dismissed successfully. Although in the grand scheme, my case was a relatively minor one, Rob always was there to help and it was clear that his knowledge and experience would be hard to find anywhere else. I would absolutely recommend Rob and his team to anyone looking for a defense attorney.- SA
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"Best defense lawyer in the middle Tennessee area"So I was charged with schedule 2 simple poss and paraphernalia. His excellence got it dropped to a simple paraphernalia charge with unsupervised probation! It was a mandatory 30 days in jail to basically nothing but fines. Well worth every penny. If you need a lawyer call this guy immediately. He'll do everything he can with a smile to give you the best results possible. Thank God for Rob Mckinney!!!- Daniel Himes
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"A Great Firm to work with!!"Mr. McKinney assisted my daughter with two separate cases. Both were handled very professionally and had very positive outcomes. He was always helpful when meetings were held and assisted in making this extremely stressful time easier for her. I would recommend his firm to anyone who needs the assistance of very capable, professional, caring attorneys.- L.R.
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