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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...
It is illegal to sell prescription medication. Even if you go to the doctor and get a prescription, and you then have that legally fulfilled at the pharmacy, it doesn’t mean that you are allowed to sell that medication to anyone else. People sometimes do this innocently, thinking that they simply didn’t need all of their pain pills, for example,…
Driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances is a serious crime in Indiana. If convicted, you face hefty fines, jail time, license suspension, and other consequences. The official term for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Indiana is Operating while intoxicated, or OWI. In Indiana, it is illegal to: Operate a vehicle while under the…
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Many things can lead to a drug-related charge. One that many people don't think about is the paraphernalia that's used to make, use or sell drugs. These charges are just as serious as those that involve actual drugs. It is imperative for everyone to know a few points...