Category Archives: Guns
Places Where Carrying a Gun May Be Restricted in Indiana
The 2nd Amendment to the Constitution gives Americans the right to keep and bear firearms. Indiana supports the Second Amendment rights of its citizens. However, while Indiana allows its citizens to own and carry guns, the carrying of firearms may be restricted in some places to ensure public safety and maintain order. Despite being… Read More »
Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Gun Charges in Indiana
Gun charges are among the most serious criminal charges you can face in Indiana. A conviction for a gun crime can come with serious consequences. For example, you could be sent to jail for years and asked to pay thousands of dollars in fines. Additionally, being convicted of a gun crime means that you… Read More »
5 Crucial Indiana Gun Laws
Residents of every state need to be familiar with their state’s gun laws. Remember, the gun laws in another state do not apply in your state. If you are in Indiana, you must understand the state’s gun laws before purchasing, possessing, selling, or carrying a gun. Indiana has some of the least restrictive gun… Read More »
Does The State Need Direct Evidence To Prove Guilt “Beyond A Reasonable Doubt”?
The standard for convicting a person of a criminal offense in Indiana is “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Many people ask what this means in practice. Does the prosecution have to produce an eyewitness who saw the defendant commit a crime? Or can you convict based purely on circumstantial evidence? Indiana Supreme Court Reinstates Convictions… Read More »
Convicted Felons May Face Federal Charges if Caught With a Gun
Felons Caught With a Gun May Face Federal Charges If you are a convicted felon and caught with a gun, you may face federal charges which will make it a lot harder to get out of jail. Today, the City of Indianapolis announced an expanded partnership with federal authorities to help curb the recent… Read More »