Criminal Defense

Not every search police conduct in Indianapolis, Indiana follows the law, but illegal evidence does not disappear on its own. Prosecutors use evidence from questionable searches every day unless someone challenges it. Without filing a motion to suppress, that evidence...

A hate crime allegation can feel overwhelming and confusing. Indiana handles these cases differently from states that create separate hate crime charges. The law focuses on whether bias played a role in an existing offense and how that factor may affect sentencing....

A police search of your home can feel intrusive and unsettling, especially when you do not know the limits of police authority. You may question what you must allow and what you can decline. Indiana law provides defined protections that give you a clearer...

If you want a fresh start after a criminal conviction in Indiana, you might have questions about expungement. Indiana law lets many people clear their records, but the process can feel confusing. You might find it helpful to know the answers to some of the most common...

You can still face charges in Indiana even when the gun belongs to someone else, because the law focuses on whether you had access to or control over it. Police only need to believe you possessed the weapon, not that you owned it. Here’s what that means for you and...

Assault charges in Indiana can impact your life in serious ways. The penalties you face depend on the circumstances of the case, including whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony. Understanding how the state handles these cases helps you see the risks...

If a minor commits a crime and it’s determined that a person who is at least 18 years of age assisted them in committing it, the adult can also be charged. Such an offense is called "contributing to the delinquency of a minor.” Here is what to know about it: You don’t...

A search warrant is a document issued by a judge that allows the police to search a specific place and seize certain items. In Indiana, police must show probable cause that evidence of a crime is likely to be found at the location. The warrant must be based on sworn...

People in Indiana who are charged with stalking can face significant legal consequences. In Indiana, stalking means that there is a pattern of conduct that would lead to a reasonable person feeling threatened, intimidated or frightened. This doesn’t involve a single...

The Constitution provides very specific rights for people in the United States. One of these is the right to avoid self-incrimination when interacting with police officers and people involved in the criminal justice system.  A person’s Miranda rights are one of the...