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An operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) charge in Indiana can lead to a variety of consequences. The courts can incarcerate someone. Other penalties might include driver’s license suspension and large fines. Many OWI charges involve people who have had too much to drink. It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over…
Getting your driver's license suspended can be a huge hassle. Until you lose it, you might take your driving privileges for granted and drive wherever you want without a second thought. And driving is a necessary part of work and overall independence for so many of...
Those accused of violent crimes in Indiana may have several ways to defend against those allegations. Some people can prove that they were not present during an altercation or that another party was the one who engaged in physical violence. Other people admit that they became aggressive toward another person but may insist that doing so did not break the…
A person who is being taken into custody by police officers may be read their Miranda rights, which are based on the Bill of Rights in the United States Constitution. It’s imperative that everyone understands these rights in case they’re ever in a position wherein they need to use them. Once a person is read their Miranda rights, they should…
There are usually two main options for someone who has been accused of a crime in Indiana. Individuals may plead guilty after the state brings charges against them. Other times, criminal defendants assert their innocence and decide to take their cases to trial. Despite how the media depicts criminal prosecution, taking a case to trial is actually relatively rare. According…
Anytime you take property that does not belong to you, you may be charged and convicted of a theft-related misdemeanor or felony. Under Indiana Code 35-43-4-2, the elements of theft include: Acting knowingly or intentionally. Exerting control of another person’s...
The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. For police to conduct a search, the situation often requires a warrant obtained under specific criteria. However, there are certain circumstances where a warrant isn’t needed. Understanding some important points about search warrants may help individuals who are faced with interactions with the authorities to effectively safeguard…
A criminal record can interfere with your life long after your case is concluded. Even if you have paid the fines, served any jail time or experienced any other official penalties, you may find that your history interferes with your ability to get employment or even...
You’ve been charged with a crime, and now you are being offered a plea deal. Should you take it? Roughly 98% of criminal cases at the federal level are resolved through plea bargaining, and it isn’t much different in state courts – but accepting a plea deal is still something you have to consider very carefully. What are the benefits…
In the criminal justice system, the specter of a wrongful conviction looms ominously. It’s a nightmare scenario that can shatter lives, leaving indelible scars on the innocent. These are some harrowing realities of wrongful convictions, their far-reaching consequences, and how you can protect yourself from the risk of this unacceptable reality. The shocking statistics When speaking of wrongful convictions, the…