Criminal Defense

Imagine a night out with friends that ends badly. An argument blows up, and you throw a punch in anger. Suddenly, the person you hit falls and gets a fatal injury. In Indiana, the death of someone due to a punch could potentially fall under either reckless homicide or...

When drivers have been drinking, they can be arrested under OWI charges in Indiana. This stands for “operating while intoxicated.” If a driver has consumed enough alcohol to be legally intoxicated and impaired, they can’t safely operate the vehicle and may face...

If you are arrested for drunk driving in Indiana, one of the most critical aspects of your case is your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level. This refers to the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream and plays a key role in determining the severity of the charges...

In Indiana, when someone faces a DUI charge, the prosecution has the responsibility to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This standard applies to DUI charges just as it does in any criminal case.  To secure a conviction, the prosecution must establish certain key...

Remaining silent when being arrested is a fundamental right protected by the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. But why might you want to exercise this right? Some reasons to consider remaining silent when being arrested can be found here.  Avoid...

In Indiana, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Anyone who has been using alcohol needs to be aware of the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration. If they cross this line – generally 0.08% – the court can presume that they were impaired...

For previous generations, it was common and expected that marijuana was illegal. Cannabis products were banned in almost all states. But things have changed over time. Many states now offer medical THC programs. Some states near Indiana, such as Michigan and Illinois,...

Nearly everyone carries a cellphone with them at all times. That means they have the ability to take photos and videos of anything they come across. This has made a big difference in holding those law enforcement officers who breach their duty accountable for their...

If the police are investigating you, whether you’re aware of the investigation or not, they may want to look in your trash. Perhaps they think you’ve been throwing away potential sources of evidence. For example, if the police believe that you are involved in drug...

If you’ve been charged with a crime and you cannot get the case dismissed, there’s a very good chance that your case will be resolved through a plea bargain.  For some time now, roughly 98% of cases in the federal courts have been resolved that way, and most state...