Driving Under the Influence or “DUI,” is a very serious crime. Although most DUIS are classified as misdemeanors, the consequences are a lot more serious than most other misdemeanors. DUI can be known by many names. This offense is also known as Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), Drunk Driving, Operating Under the Influence (OUI), Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), and Impaired Driving. Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is not only a serious crime under Tennessee DUI and Arkansas DWI laws, carrying harsh penalties for those convicted of the crime, but DUI cases can be complex due to the many constitutional law issues (including the DUI exception to the constitution) relating to illegal searches and seizures. Further, DUI prosecutions rely heavily on “scientific” tests such as the so-called “Field Sobriety Tests” and other tests (usually blood draws or breath tests) to calculate a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC).
If you are facing a DUI/DWI prosecution, contact us immediately to begin discussing your options and gathering crucial evidence which may be needed to help with your case.
Criminal Law
Huffman Mason, PLLC has handled criminal cases from both sides of the criminal justice system. Attorney Bryan Huffman started his law career as a JAG prosecutor for the US Air Force, charging crimes and proving the state’s case at trial. Since leaving the JAG Corps, Attorney Bryan Huffman has continued the fight for justice by defending persons accused of serious crimes. Attorney Jere Mason served as a Deputy Sheriff with the Tipton County Sheriff’s office before becoming a lawyer. As a Deputy, Attorney Jere Mason was a supervisor, DUI instructor, and was a member of the SWAT unit. Huffman Mason has experience in defending numerous types of crimes, including the following:
- Sex Crimes
- DUI
- Aggravated Assault and Battery
- Attempted murder
- Theft / Burglary
- Destruction of Personal Property
- Fraud
- Gun Charges
- Drug Crimes
- Other serious felonies
Based in Tipton County, Huffman Mason is uniquely situated to be able to respond to cases across West Tennessee, including Tipton County, Shelby County, and in Arkansas.
If you have been charged with a crime, or are under investigation, you must seek the guidance and advice of a lawyer. A lawyer will see to it that your constitutional rights are protected, giving you the most options available. We at Huffman Mason are available to discuss your case and guide you through a very difficult and stressful time. Your life and freedom, quite literally, depend on how you handle your case. Huffman Mason has the ability and experience to assist you at every encounter with the criminal justice system.
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us immediately to begin addressing your serious criminal issue.
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Civil Litigation
Whether you have just been served with a lawsuit, or you need to settle a dispute you have with someone else, Huffman Mason PLLC can help. We believe that your rights matter and that everyone has the right to live their life freely, without hindrance, while allowing others to do the same. At Huffman Mason, they understand that litigation is never easy, especially when your livelihood is at stake, and do their best to end the emotionally draining process as quickly and efficiently as possible so that you can get back to your life. When a lawsuit becomes necessary, or is forced upon you, you can look to Huffman Mason for guidance and solutions.
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us immediately to begin addressing your legal issue.
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The Appeals Process
The losing party in a decision by a trial court normally is entitled to appeal the decision to a a higher court. Typically the higher courts are either state courts of appeal, or a state supreme court. In the federal system, appeals will be made to the court of appeals for the federal circuit in which your state is located. Similarly, a person who is not satisfied with a decision made by an administrative agency usually may file a petition for review of the agency decision by a court of law or to a court of appeals.
In a civil case either side may appeal the verdict. In a criminal case, the defendant may appeal a guilty verdict, but the government may not appeal if a defendant is found not guilty. Either side in a criminal case may appeal with respect to the sentence that is imposed after a guilty verdict.
The court of appeals decision usually will be the last word in a case, unless it sends the case back to the trial court for additional proceedings, or the parties ask the state supreme court in a state case or the U.S. Supreme Court in a federal case to review the case.
Appeals are different from other areas of practice in that the appeals process looks to solely the record on appeal. This means there are no new submissions to the court of evidence or testimony to be considered. The appellate court will only consider those items of evidence and testimony presented to the trial court. Further, appellate courts will apply the rules strictly. If an appellate attorney does not follow them closely (which means follow them “to the letter” so to speak), the issue or appeal may be consider to not “be preserved” and the appellate court oftentimes will refuse to hear the case or consider the issue presented to the court.
It is imperative to consult with a lawyer with the experience to successfully handle a case on appeal. The lawyers at Huffman Mason have that experience in both state and federal courts. If you have a case that you are considering appealing a decision, contact us immediately. There are strict deadlines to file an appeal, and these deadlines are very short. If the deadline is missed, the opportunity to appeal may be lost
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us today to help resolve your issue.
This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.
Business Law
Attorneys Bryan Huffman and Jere Mason are the right choice for your business and commercial litigation needs. While remaining tactful and respectful at all times, they navigate the court system with a level of expertise that reassures clients of their experience. At Huffman Mason, they understand that litigation is never easy, especially when your livelihood is at stake, and do their best to end the emotionally draining process as quickly and efficiently as possible so that you can get back to business and on with your life. Huffman Mason, PLLC has a wealth of knowledge and experience in commercial and business litigation. Bryan Huffman and Jere Mason have represented many types of businesses in common disputes such as: Breach of contract actions, Partnership disputes, Construction Liens, and Replevin actions. In addition to defending these actions, Huffman Mason can draft any documents that you may need, from formation agreements, to employee contracts, and even employee handbooks. When your business is on the line, Huffman Mason has the experience necessary to guide you through.
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us immediately to begin addressing your business law issues.
This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.
Real Estate Law
As the old saying goes: ” Good fences make good neighbors.” However, that depends on whether the fence is placed in the proper location! Huffman Mason, PLLC is experienced in disputes regarding real estate property. “Dirt law” is a unique area of the law. Huffman Mason attorneys can assist you in the following areas of real estate litigation:
- Boundary Disputes
- Adverse Possession
- Easements
- Title and Deed problems
- Rezoning
- Eminent Domain actions
- Real Estate Liens
- Mortgages
- Trespass
- Ejectment
- Leases
- Landlord-Tenant Relations
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us immediately to begin addressing your serious real property law issues.
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Family/Divorce Law
Divorce is never easy—with or without children involved—and Huffman Mason, PLLC, is committed to achieving a mutually supportive, win-win outcome for you, your spouse and, if applicable, your children, in the least complex way possible.
Bryan Huffman and Jere Mason know that divorce can create a significant disruption in your life. Questions like, “Will I lose my children?” “How much does it cost?” and “Where will I live?” swirl through your mind. While you may feel emotionally overwhelmed, just remember that many people go through this same challenge every day, and that with the help of an experienced attorney, they come out at the end prepared and ready to face a more positive future.
At Huffman Mason, PLLC, we help you focus on this positive future, and eliminate the confusion and negative emotional impact, by pursuing a solution that is in the best interest of all parties involved. We help you make sense of it all, provide clear, direct advice and find the right solutions for your needs.
We at Huffman Mason are not your lawyers (yet!). We welcome the chance to discuss your issue and decide if we are the right lawyers for you, and indeed, whether you are the right client for our firm. Please contact us immediately to begin addressing your serious family law issues. Families are the most important thing in our lives. Fix it today.
This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.
Huffman Mason is fortunate to consist of lawyers who have extensive knowledge of the law and have consistently attended specialized training in the areas they wish to practice.
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Bryan Huffman
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Jere W. Mason
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