The legal outlook for marijuana possession has changed rapidly over the past dozen years. Nearly half the states and multiple territories have legalized recreational marijuana use. Even in some states where marijuana remains illegal, local jurisdictions have...
Criminal Defense
What constitutes theft in Indiana?
In Indiana, there are many reasons for which a person can be charged with theft. In addition, the severity of the charges will vary based on what was taken. It goes beyond a simple allegation of stealing a piece of property from an individual or an establishment....
Obtaining expungement in Indiana
A criminal history can interfere with your life in many ways, long after you have paid your debt to society. Indiana's expungement process is designed to allow people who have been convicted of certain offenses to clear or seal their records in order to give them a...
Will I get arrested if I fail a drug test at work?
Many types of occupations require random urine tests for drug or alcohol use. If you drive a semi-truck, work in a factory or warehouse or work in construction, you might have to submit to drug or alcohol testing to retain your employment. This is because drug or...
Probation violations in Indiana
If you are found guilty of a crime, the court may decide to sentence you to probation rather than jail time. While probation is generally the better option, it is no walk in the park. If you fail to abide by the terms of your probation, you may face serious...
What if I drive while my license is suspended or revoked?
Indiana residents need their driver’s licenses to get to and from work, to go to school and for many other reasons. If they have committed an infraction that led to the license being suspended or revoked, that can have a negative impact on every aspect of their lives....
Marijuana possession laws in Indiana
Marijuana use is relatively common in Indiana. Many people use marijuana in different forms for recreational use. People may smoke it, there are also gummies, they may vape it and consume it in other forms as well. While there are many people who use it and it may not...
Common property offenses in Indiana
If you have been charged with stealing or damaging property, you may find yourself facing an array of allegations based on the type of damage inflicted or value of stolen property. A criminal defense attorney can help defend against the charges you are facing and give...
What should you do if you are stopped for shoplifting?
There is a misperception that shoplifting is a minor crime that will have no impact on your life. But it can cause embarrassment, cost money, restrict your freedom and activities and have other serious consequences. Being detained What you do when being caught for...
Divisions of theft charges in Indiana
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...