Commitment To Justice
Some people worry so much about jail time when facing a criminal charge that they overlook other, very serious consequences. Having a criminal record of any sort can impact your life for years to come, unless you eventually expunge the records. Prospective and current...
We have all made mistakes in our lives, some big some small. Some mistakes we can learn from and move on, but others can have larger consequences. This is particularly true when a mistake impacts other people. When those mistakes impact others and their future, the...
Over the last few years, more and more U.S. states have legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. Indiana is not one of those states. But neighbors like Illinois, Michigan and Ohio have at least partly decriminalized cannabis. But legally buying marijuana...
If an officer pulls you over based on a suspicion that you have been drinking, you may be wondering what will happen. The laws regarding operating while intoxicated are strict, and there are various penalties you may face if convicted. The specific penalties vary...
It is generally a good idea to be cooperative when a police officer places you under arrest. However, there are times when you can, and absolutely should, exercise your right to remain silent until your lawyer is present. Once a person is formally arrested, they...
Preparing for a job interview in Indiana might get more interesting when you have drug convictions on your criminal record. You may feel concerned about how to respond to inquiries without botching your shot at a job. Your ability to retain control of your image will...
Officers will set up sobriety checkpoints along the highway or other high-traffic roads at times in order to do randomized sobriety checks on the drivers who go through. However, is this a mandatory process? If you see a sobriety checkpoint up ahead, do you need to go...
During a routine traffic stop, police officers may desire to search a car -- hoping to find drugs or other contraband. When they are looking to charge a person with a drug crime, Indiana’s law enforcement officers and prosecutors are going to want to find evidence...
Criminal convictions carry serious consequences. While many of those convicted face jail or prison time, a suspended sentence with probation instead of incarceration is obviously preferable. Instead of being behind bars, those convicted of crimes have the chance to be...
When people are convicted of a crime in Indiana, they will have many understandable concerns to address. In addition to the potential for incarceration, fines, lost standing in the community and other consequences, they will be worried about how a criminal record will...