Criminal Defense Attorneys in Tennessee

Criminal defense attorneys defend people who have been charged with crimes, often in situations where the charges stem from police misconduct, false arrests, or government overreach. If you believe you were wrongfully charged or that your rights were violated during your arrest or prosecution, a criminal defense attorney can challenge the government's case and fight for your freedom.

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Lance Baker

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The Baker Law Firm

📍Knoxville, TN

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Class Actions · Criminal Defense · False Arrest · Personal Injury · Police Brutality · Police Misconduct · Wrongful Death

Lance Baker is a civil rights attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, with a practice focused on representing individuals who have suffered violations of their constitutional rights at the hands of law enforcement and gover... Read More →

State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury1 year

Tenn. Code Ann. § 28-3-104(a)(1)

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against Government365 days

Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-20-305

Under the Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Act, suits must be filed within 1 year. No separate shorter notice period; the SOL itself serves as the deadline.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Tennessee has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.