Nashville Bribery Lawyer
Charged With Bribery in Tennessee?
Bribery is defined as the act of giving, offering, or promising to give anything of value to a public official with the intention of influencing the official's actions. A public official is defined as anyone holding a position of trust in government or in a government-related organization. Bribery is a crime in the state of Tennessee. If convicted, you could face serious penalties, including prison time and fines.
At May & McKinney, PLLC, our bribery lawyer in Nashville can help you build a strong defense for your bribery charge. We have handled numerous cases throughout the state, and we have the experience necessary to help you fight your bribery charge.
If you have been accused of bribery, do not hesitate to contact our bribery lawyer in Nashville online or by calling (615) 265-6383 to schedule your free initial consultation.
What Is Considered Bribery in Tennessee?
Bribery is a crime in Tennessee. In order to be convicted of bribery, the prosecution must prove that you committed the act of giving, offering, or promising to give anything of value to a public official with the intention of influencing the official's actions. There are a variety of acts that could be considered bribery, including:
- Giving a gift to a public official
- Offering a gift to a public official
- Promising a gift to a public official
- Offering to pay a public official for performing a duty
- Offering to pay a public official to not perform a duty
- Giving or offering to pay a bribe to a public official
There are a number of circumstances that could make a bribery charge more serious, including if the public official is a law enforcement officer or if the bribery occurred in a school. Bribery charges involving these officials could result in more serious penalties.
What Are the Penalties for Bribery in Tennessee?
If you are convicted of bribery, you could face severe penalties, including:
- Fines
- Probation
- Community service
- Jail time
Bribery of a public servant is a Class B felony in Tennessee. If convicted, you could face up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000.
Note: If you are charged with bribery, you should not speak with law enforcement or other officials without the presence of your attorney. Anything you say could be used against you in a bribery case. You have rights under the U.S. Constitution, and it is important that you exercise them.
Contact a Bribery Lawyer in Nashville
If you have been accused of bribery, do not hesitate to contact May & McKinney, PLLC. We can help defend you against your bribery charge. We have handled numerous cases throughout the state, and we have the experience necessary to help you fight your bribery charge. Our bribery lawyer in Nashville can help you build a strong defense for your bribery charge. We can help you fight your bribery charge. We can help you build a strong defense for your bribery charge.
Contact our Nashville bribery lawyer at (615) 265-6383 for a consultation.
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