In most cases, first-time OWI charges in Indiana start as misdemeanors. This means lighter punishments and consequences. However, that’s not always the case. There are certain things that can quickly make your charges much worse, even if you've never been in trouble...
A second or third operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge can change your legal situation quickly. If you already have an OWI conviction, Indiana law may increase the seriousness of a new charge and expose you to stronger penalties. Your prior record can affect more...
If you’ve been arrested on drug charges in Indiana, the clock is already working against you. This isn’t the time for panic, and it’s certainly not the time for excuses. Indiana has some of the most aggressive drug laws in the country. Whether it’s a misdemeanor for marijuana or a Level 6 felony for a Schedule I or II controlled…
The holiday season is over, but for some Indiana residents, the new year brings an unwelcome gift: theft allegations. It’s a harsh reality that the busiest shopping season often leads to an increase in accusations, ranging from petty shoplifting to more serious felony charges. If you’re facing such allegations, understand this: the time for casual hope is over. You need…
You thought you were in the clear. Maybe it was a Thanksgiving cocktail too many, or you were pulled over leaving the office Christmas party. Now, you’re facing an OWI charge in Indiana during the most critical time of the year. Let’s be direct: the holiday season—from Thanksgiving through New Year’s—is when Indiana law enforcement is relentless. There are more…
Autumn is ramping up in earnest across the Midwest. And anyone who has spent even a single, solid year in this part of the country can tell you what that means: A cold, harsh winter is on its way. Because the mild days of autumn won’t last for long, it’s time to get prepared for the months ahead while Hoosiers…
Carjacking is treated as a serious violent crime in Indiana. That is, Indiana does not have a specific statute labeled “carjacking,” but the act typically referred to as carjacking is often charged under robbery, auto theft and/or armed robbery state statutes. An act is generally considered to be carjacking if force, intimidation and/or the threat of violence is used to…
A domestic violence charge can affect your job, housing and future opportunities. In Indiana, you may qualify to seal your record through expungement, but only under specific conditions. Learn how Indiana’s sealing law works so you can understand your options and protect your future. What does expungement mean in Indiana? Expungement seals certain criminal records from public view; it does…
When someone is accused of theft, they may feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to respond. Thankfully, there is good reason to breathe through this stress. Charges are not the same as convictions for an offense. Defendants have the right to work with an attorney in order to prepare an informed defensive response to allegations of wrongdoing. There are several…
Time spent in state holding facilities can feel interminable. There is very little to do other than to converse. Many people choose to keep to themselves, in part out of fear of saying the wrong thing to someone who might act as a jailhouse informant. Individuals waiting for arraignment or to post bond may feel very anxious until they regain…