Indiana is not one of those states that have loosened its approach to marijuana. Except in very limited circumstances, marijuana is not legal in Indiana. Possessing a small amount of marijuana -- under 30 grams -- is a misdemeanor that comes with the possibility of a...
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Year: 2022
Do I qualify for specialized driving privileges?
License suspension due to a drunk driving offense can be detrimental in many ways. However, it would help if you didn’t have to suffer additional consequences, like job loss or decreased time with your children, because of a mistake. Indiana residents convicted of...
How could drunk driving charges affect my life?
Various questions can follow a drunk driving arrest. You might wonder if you were really over the legal limit, whether your traffic stop was lawful or how charges will affect your day-to-day life. Limitless uncertainties could factor into charges, and you have the...
When can people expunge or seal a criminal record?
When people are convicted of crimes in Indianapolis they may face serious punishments. They may have to pay fines, spend time in jail, complete hours of community service and be placed on probation. However, as many people find out, the punishments do not necessarily...
How expungement works in Indiana
A criminal record can have devastating effects on a career, education, professional licensure, and your participation in society. Fortunately, Indiana law provides some relief and a fresh start by removing or restricting the use of criminal histories if a record is...
Understanding domestic battery charges
Domestic battery penalties Under Indiana law, domestic battery occurs when a person knowingly or intentionally touches a family or household member in a rude or angry way or places bodily fluid or waste on a family or household member in a rude or angry way. The...
An overview of the expungement process in Indiana
When a person is convicted of a criminal offense, it may not have to follow him or her indefinitely. The expungement process allows a person’s arrest or conviction to be removed from his or her criminal record, making it easier for him or her to find employment or...
Understanding penalties for OWI and potential defenses
If a person is accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI-DUI), he or she can face serious penalties and may be worried about what to do next. There is helpful information available about the penalties in Indiana and potential defenses the individual can...