Maury County & Williamson County, TN Defense Attorney

Successfully Defending Drug Paraphernalia Charges and other Drug Related Offenses in Columbia & Franklin, TN.

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and mandatory minimum fine of $150 for a first offense pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 39-17-425.  Paraphernalia is specifically defined in the statute, but essentially consists of the items used ingest, conceal or store illegal drugs.  Paraphernalia may include, but is not limited to, rolling papers, cigars, sandwich baggies, pipes, and other items.  Contact Misty D. Parks at (615) 255-9155 to discuss your citation or arrest and begin preparing your case for court .

A conviction for Unlawful Possession or Use of Drug Paraphernalia can have serious consequences that are not readily apparent.  A criminal conviction can impact your employment, violate the terms and conditions of your probation if you are currently serving a suspended sentence, your child custody and visitation issues, and your standing within your community.  It is best to retain an attorney early so that your lawyer will have the opportunity to meet with you at length and help to craft, with your input, the best defense strategy ensure the best possible result based on your unique situation.

It is also important that your attorney be familiar with the court system in which you will be appearing.  All jurisdictions treat different criminal offenses differently.  An experienced and knowledgeable attorney that has built a reputation within the court in which you are charged, will be familiar with the prosecutor, judge, and other court officials that you will encounter throughout the process of concluding your case, and will be able to offer you advice on what to expect before, during and after your court appearance. 

Misty D. Parks has been practicing in the Columbia, Franklin, and Surrounding Middle Tennessee Areas for more than 5 years and has been successfully defending people like you that have been charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and other related drug offenses.  Call (615) 255-9155 to speak with Ms. Parks regarding the particular facts and circumstances of your case.


Serving clients in Columbia, TN; Maury County, TN; Spring Hill, TN; Franklin, TN; Williamson County, TN; Nashville, TN; Davidson County, TN; Hickman County, TN; Centerville, TN; Fairview, TN; Mt. Pleasant, TN; Nolensville, TN; Brentwood, TN; Antioch, TN; Chapel Hill, TN; Culleoka, TN; Lawrenceburg, TNAshland City, TN; Clarksville, TN; Giles County, TN; Pulaski, TN; Gallatin, TN; Murfreesboro, TN; Rutherford County, TN;  Lewisburg, TN; Centerville, TN; Marshall County, TN; Cheatham County, TN; Marshall County, TN; Lewisburg, TN;   and surrounding Middle Tennessee area

By Misty D. Parks