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Inciting a Riot in Tennessee

By Baker Associates

Commenting on the possible cause of the current hostile fervor surrounding healthcare in America, Senator Arlen Specter stated, "I think there is a mood in America of anger with so many people unemployed, with so much bickering in Washington ... with the fear of losing their health care. It all boils over." Protest, demonstrations and town hall disruptions can be seen everywhere, across the nation and right here in East Tennessee. While many have been and may likely be charged with loitering and disorderly conduct, others may also be charged with the more serious crimes of rioting. This blog entry lays out some of the basic elements of riot crimes in Tennessee. If charged with such a crime, you should contact an experienced Sevierville criminal defense attorney immediately...continue to full post

Full post as published by Tennessee Criminal Lawyer Blog on August 18, 2009 (boomark / email).