Gun Crimes

Gun ownership is a protected right in the United States, but that right is not without limits. Certain actions or criminal convictions can lead to losing the legal ability to own, purchase or carry a firearm. If you have been charged with a gun-related crime or...

In recent years, the national conversation around gun laws has seen significant shifts, especially regarding permitless carry or constitutional carry. The Hoosier State joined the growing number of states allowing permitless carry by enacting a new law in 2022.  This...

There are certain people who cannot pass a background check and purchase a firearm. For instance, someone may have a felony on their record. Even if they have already paid fines and served time behind bars, having that permanent record could ban them from firearm...

Like all states, Indiana enforces weapons laws and violating them can compromise your rights and freedom. Staying up-to-date with the law can protect you from legal trouble. Below, we explore some critical aspects of Indiana gun laws and the potential defenses...

Although you may be a legal and responsible Indiana gun owner, if you find out someone used your gun to commit a crime, you may panic. You might worry that you will be held liable for the crime or as an accomplice. Under Indiana law, you are provided with civil...

A straw purchase is simply when someone purchases an item for someone else. For example, a straw purchase could be made for a car. But when it really becomes problematic is with a straw gun purchase, which is completely illegal. These purchases are carried out in an...

Despite meeting the requirements of being a responsible gun owner in Indiana, you can't take your gun everywhere. There are restrictions that you need to observe. The key things that you need to know in this regard include the following. Restricted areas In Indiana,...

Red flag laws allow police to confiscate the firearms of a person who is believed to pose an imminent risk of harm to themselves or others. Advocates say these laws save lives, and research backs up their claims to some degree. However, these laws also spark serious...

In Indiana, the laws governing the carrying of handguns in vehicles have evolved over time. Today, individuals can carry a handgun in their vehicle without a permit.  This legal provision significantly revised Indiana's gun laws. This change primarily aimed to...

Indiana's firearm carry laws have recently seen some changes. Specifically, individuals who do not meet the definition of a “prohibited person” no longer need a license to carry a handgun, shotgun or rifle within the state. This change aims to simplify the process for...