Commitment To Justice
When one person accuses another of domestic violence, it is likely that criminal charges will be filed. These cases are also likely to include the issuance of a no-contact order, a protective order or both. There are distinct differences between the two, and it is...
Indiana has harsh drug laws. Charges are largely determined by factors like the type of offense and the type and quantity of drug involved. But they may also be influenced by what are known as “enhancing circumstances,” outlined in Indiana Code 35-48-1-16.5. Enhancing...
We’ve all likely passed someone on the highway being tested by a police officer. You may have even been tested yourself. But what are field sobriety tests? What are police looking for? And are these tests accurate? Three standard tests used to detect impairment The...
If an old criminal record is making it hard for you to pass a background check, you may have the opportunity to hide it from public view by petitioning for expungement. In some other states, only arrests and charges that did not result in conviction can be expunged....
A conviction for operating while intoxicated (OWI) is serious enough on its own. Unfortunately, the collateral consequences associated with losing your license can quickly become unbearable. Under Indiana law, driving is considered a “privilege,” but it is a critical...
Family relationships are messy, and what happens in the heat of the moment isn’t always an accurate reflection of reality. As one example, consider domestic violence allegations. It is not unheard of for people to call police and make false accusations against their...
How can you be in possession of something without actually possessing it? This is not the beginning of a clever riddle. Instead, it is an important question at the center of many Indiana drug cases. Nearly every state, including Indiana, recognizes two types of simple...
As you know, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is prohibited in the state of Indiana, like every other state. When police pull over someone in the belief they’ve been drunk driving, then they may charge them with an OWI/DUI. However, police can’t just...
Some minor choices can lead to problems with far-reaching life implications. If you are caught up in a legal problem that leads to a criminal conviction, you might feel like your world is falling apart. Fortunately, Indiana does not believe that your mistake should...
Being convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) has legal and social consequences. It can mean license suspension or even revocation, which makes it challenging to earn a paycheck. However, if you’re a licensed Indiana driver convicted of OWI/DUI in...