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Date: 08-17-2026

Case Number:

Judge: Not Available

Court: Circuit Court, Knox County, Tennessee

Plaintiff's Attorney: Knox County, Tennessee, District Attorney's Office

Defendant's Attorney:


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Description:
Knoxville, Tennessee, criminal defense lawyer represents the Defendant charged with four counts of attempted first-degree murder and four counts of employing a firearm during a felony, with additional charges pending.

Reported by: Kent Morlan

Joey Rudd, age 35, shot Knoxville, Tennessee, police officer Cody Lawson.
Outcome:
A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
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Defendant's Experts:
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About This Case

What was the outcome of ?

The outcome was: A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.

Which court heard ?

This case was heard in Circuit Court, Knox County, Tennessee, KY. The presiding judge was Not Available.

Who were the attorneys in ?

Plaintiff's attorney: Knox County, Tennessee, District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Knox Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.

When was decided?

This case was decided on August 17, 2026.