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You could be forgiven for thinking that all thefts are basically the same: When a person takes something that doesn't belong to them, that's theft. In a broad sense, this is true, but the law treats theft as a category of offenses, with different charges and potential...
For people who were arrested and convicted of a criminal offense in Indiana, there will be understandable concerns as to how that will impact them in the future. Obviously, that starts with the potential penalties they will face, including jail time and fines. It also...
When a person is charged with a crime in Indiana, there might be a semblance of relief when they are given probation. For many crimes, if the prosecutor goes for the maximum penalties, they can be harsh with a jail sentence, fines and more. Of course, it is beneficial...
Probation is one of several options at a judge’s discretion to sanction an individual who has been convicted of a crime. Indiana courts grant probation as a less punitive option than other penalties, as it allows the individual to live in the community with certain...
We’ve all made mistakes at some point, only to regret them later on. It's a tough economy, and lots of people in Indiana and around the country are struggling to stay above water financially. Because of that, some are tempted to get on the wrong side of the law just...
Everyone likes a story of a second chance, where a person who has made a mistake is able to pick up the pieces of their life and turn it into something better. Unfortunately, the truth is that Indiana's criminal justice system makes this kind of second act very...
Getting a probation sentence is usually a positive outcome to a conviction. It is certainly better than jail time, so for many first offenders it can feel like a get-out-of-jail card. Unfortunately, depending on the conditions of the probation, not understanding the...
A breathalyzer test often forms the basis of drunk driving charges. More precisely, an allegedly failed breathalyzer test may result in DUI charges which can bring about significant potential penalties and consequences for accused drivers. For that reason, accused...
Drug addiction can be a compelling and destructive thing. You may have the best of intentions, but addiction is a powerful force, and you may find yourself possessing large amounts of the drug you are addicted to or even manufacturing or selling the drug without...
Not long ago, this Hamilton County legal blog offered a post about what can happen when a driver is stopped on suspicion of drunk driving. Among the many things that can happen during this stressful and difficult experience is a driver’s participation in field...
