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Crucial Steps To Take if You Are Facing Probation Violation Accusations in Indianapolis
After a person is charged and found guilty of a crime in Indianapolis, one possible sentence the court may impose is probation. Probation allows an offender to serve all or part of their sentence in the community under the supervision of a probation officer instead of in jail. When you are sentenced to probation,… Read More »
Sex Crimes in Indiana: Defending Against Allegations and Protecting Your Rights
The state of Indiana takes prosecuting sex crimes very seriously. The penalties for sex crimes in Indiana can be harsh. Penalties for sex crimes in Indiana include, lengthy imprisonment, hefty fines, and having to register with the Indiana Sex Offender Registry. On top of criminal penalties, a person convicted of a sex crime in… Read More »
Misdemeanor vs. Felony Charges in Indiana: Understanding the Differences
Like most states, Indiana has different categories of criminal charges. In Indianapolis, and the whole of Indiana, crimes are categorized into felonies and misdemeanors. When a person is arrested and charged with a crime in Indiana, they are either charged with a misdemeanor or felony. It is vital that you understand the difference between… Read More »
Theft Charges in Indiana: Definitions, Penalties, and Legal Defenses
Theft is one of the most commonly charged offenses in Indiana. If you have been arrested and charged with theft in Indiana, it is crucial that you understand the legal definitions of this offense. You also need to understand the potential penalties of theft in Indiana and the possible defenses to theft charges. Our… Read More »
Understanding Miranda Rights
As criminal defense attorneys, people call us after they have been approached by law enforcement officers, expressing their concerns about their Miranda rights not being read to them. If the police have recently approached you, you may be wondering about your Miranda rights. Often, people assume that the police must read Miranda warnings at… Read More »
Understanding the Difference Between a Charge and a Conviction
Have you been arrested and charged? If so, you may wonder if being charged with a crime is the same as being convicted. You are probably wondering this because you hear these two words being used a lot around you. It is crucial to note that being charged is different from being convicted. Sometimes,… Read More »
Jury Duty V. Bench Trial
After you are arrested and charged with a criminal offense in Indiana, your case can be resolved in different ways. One common method of resolving a criminal case is to enter a plea deal. With a plea deal, you agree to plead guilty in exchange for, for example, a lighter sentence. Another way of… Read More »
Enhanced Drug Possession in Indiana
In Indiana, drug-related crimes, such as drug possession, distribution, and drug trafficking, are taken very seriously. You could face severe penalties if convicted of a drug-related crime in Indiana. In this article, we will talk about drug possession crimes. We will highlight the difference between drug possession and enhanced drug possession in Indiana. Even… Read More »
Self-Defense Laws in Indiana: What You Need to Know in Indianapolis
After you are charged with battery in Indianapolis, it is vital that you retain a qualified criminal defense attorney. An attorney can work with you to develop a defense strategy that can help you achieve a favorable outcome. One of the possible legal defenses that may be available for use in your case if… Read More »
The Impact of Criminal Records on Employment Opportunities in Indianapolis
According to research, between 70 and 100 million Americans have some type of criminal record. This is as many as one in three Americans with a criminal record. Having a criminal record can create a variety of serious consequences in any state, including Indiana. Even an arrest without a conviction can create a barrier… Read More »