Criminal Defense

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...