Recent Blog Posts
Do I Have to Comply with a Plainclothes Officer During a Traffic Stop?
If you are driving in or around Indianapolis and a police car or an unmarked vehicle signals for you to pull over, are you required to stop? And if that vehicle is in fact an unmarked police vehicle, are you required to comply with any instructions or orders from a person who identifies themselves… Read More »
What is the Difference Between a Blood Test and Breath Test OWI?
If you are pulled over because a law enforcement officer believes you are operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana — essentially drunk driving or drugged driving — you may be required to take a certified test to determine if, and what, you may be intoxicated by. Indiana has an implied consent law… Read More »
Internet Use Restrictions After a Sex Crime Conviction Involving a Juvenile
When a person is convicted of certain types of criminal offenses under the Indiana Code, they are then subject to certain internet restrictions with their probation or parole. More specifically, a conviction for a sex offense under IC 11-8-8-5.2 and IC 11-8-8-4.5 will result in conditions of probation or parole that restrict the use… Read More »
Can You Be Required to Sit in a Squad Car During a Traffic Stop?
Were you recently pulled over in a traffic stop during which the police officer or other law enforcement officer required you to get out of your vehicle and wait in the squad car? In many cases, a law enforcement official might ask or tell a driver to step out of their vehicle and to… Read More »
When Is It Unlawful to Have a Gun?
Indiana state laws allow for the broad ownership and carry of guns or firearms. In general, as a permitless carry state, any person who is aged 18 or older in Indianapolis has a “permitless carry option.” This has been true since July 1, 2022. However, just because Indiana is a permitless carry state does… Read More »
What Happens After a Parole Violation?
When a person is on parole in the Indianapolis area, there are a set of conditions that the person must follow in order to remain on parole and complete the terms of their sentence. If a parole officer or another party alleges that the person on parole has violated those conditions in any way,… Read More »
When is Shoplifting a Felony in Indiana?
Have you been accused of stealing merchandise from a retail location in the Indianapolis area? If so, it is essential to understand that you may be facing serious theft-related charges for which the penalties may be severe in the event of a conviction. Many people are under the mistaken assumption that stealing merchandise from… Read More »
What is the Difference Between a First and Second OWI Offense in Indiana?
When you are facing charges for operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in the Indianapolis area, it is essential to know that you are facing serious charges that require a detailed and strong defense — regardless of whether you are a first-time offender or you are facing charges after a previous OWI conviction. At… Read More »
Charges for Child Seduction Versus Child Molesting in Indiana
The Indiana Code has a lengthy chapter on sex crimes, and there are a wide range of offenses that can be charged, all with elements that are specific to each offense. It can be difficult to understand the differences between some of the particular types of offenses, particularly those that involve juvenile victims. Our… Read More »
Consequences of Being Classified as a Sexually Violent Predator
Anyone who is facing charges for a sex offense in Indiana should know that they could be classified as a “sexually violent predator” in the event of a conviction. While not all sex offense convictions result in this classification, many do, and the consequences can be life-altering. How and when is a person classified… Read More »