Understanding the regulations and laws surrounding gun possession in Indiana is important for residents who own or plan to own firearms. Understanding these laws can help keep you and your loved ones safe, and it gives you the full knowledge of your rights and...
Criminal Defense
3 FAQs about illegal search and seizures
Whether you get pulled over or a police officer knocks on the door, Indiana has laws in place to ensure search and seizures only happen legally. Although the state has laws in place, the process can still get complicated. Oftentimes, that may lead to questions about...
How drug court works in Allen County
An Indiana drug conviction has the capacity to upend many parts of your life. Depending on the severity of the drug offense, you may wind up serving time, paying hefty fines and otherwise facing repercussions related to the offense. However, some Indiana drug...
Marijuana and changes to drugged driving charges
While marijuana is still an illegal drug in Indiana, there is a new standard for convicting a driver found to be under the influence of the substance. There are bills in the Senate and the House to decriminalize the possession of cannabis and establish a medical...
Can you accidentally possess drug paraphernalia?
As you probably know, many Americans struggle with addiction to controlled substances. You might not realize, though, that drug addiction is a medical condition. Indeed, according to Indiana University Health, addiction is a chronic brain disease that changes the way...
How should you respond if officers come to your door?
Having a loud knock at your door and realizing it is law enforcement can be a scary experience. But as with any interaction with officers, you will want to focus on your rights and maintaining them. It is essential for you to know what they can and cannot do to...
What are some ways payroll embezzlement can occur?
Charges of workplace embezzlement can happen for different reasons. Sometimes a payroll administrator decides to take advantage of the position and steals company money for personal enrichment or to give to friends. This kind of theft can do serious damage to a...
What are Miranda Rights?
Many Americans are at least passingly familiar with “Miranda rights,” as they often come up in crime dramas. However, your Miranda rights are a key element of any criminal proceeding and understanding them is vital. In the United States, the police must inform a...
What factors might impact the accuracy of breath tests?
When an Indiana law enforcement officer asks you to submit to a breath test during a traffic stop, you may hesitate before doing so. The results of a breath test may have a substantial impact on your life moving forward, so it is imperative that the device used to...
What are your rights concerning the court after an arrest?
You may hear a lot about your rights during an arrest, but what happens after your arrest? You still have civil rights when it comes to the court process and your trial. The Indiana Public Defender Council explains you have certain rights at trial of which you should...