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October 16, 2026 | Criminal Law

The idea that you get exactly one phone call immediately after an arrest largely comes from television and movies. In reality, the rules are more nuanced. If you are only temporarily detained, officers generally do not have to stop the investigation to allow you to make a call.  After an arrest and booking, however, you… read more

October 12, 2026 | Indiana Law

If you or someone you care about has just been arrested in Indianapolis, you’re probably hearing the words “bail” and “bond” thrown around, sometimes in a way that makes them sound like the same thing. Understanding the difference is important when you’re trying to figure out your criminal defense. Read on to learn more about… read more

October 12, 2026 | Criminal Defense

A commuted sentence is a criminal sentence that has been reduced through an act of executive clemency. Commutation can shorten a prison term, eliminate part of a sentence, or otherwise reduce the punishment imposed after a conviction. However, it generally does not erase the underlying conviction. Commutation is different from an appeal or other court… read more

October 2, 2026 | Indiana Law

Police scanners have long attracted journalists and everyday residents alike who want to stay informed about what’s happening in their community. If you live in Indiana and you’ve considered buying one, your first question is probably whether it’s even legal to own and use. The good news is that Indiana does not ban police scanners… read more

September 18, 2026 | Criminal Defense

If someone you care about is facing criminal charges in Indiana, you may feel helpless. However, there is something meaningful you can do. Writing a character letter to the judge on their behalf can play an important role in their case, particularly at sentencing. A well-written letter gives the judge a fuller picture of who… read more

July 21, 2026 | DUI

For decades, Indiana was one of the last remaining states that banned all Sunday carryout alcohol sales. If you wanted to buy beer, wine, or liquor from a store on a Sunday, you were simply out of luck. That changed a few years back when Governor Eric Holcomb signed Senate Bill 1, and the law… read more

July 9, 2026 | Criminal Defense

Having criminal charges dismissed is generally a favorable outcome, but it does not necessarily mean your record has been cleared. In Indiana, arrest and court records associated with a dismissed case may still exist and, in some circumstances, appear during background checks. Whether those records remain publicly accessible depends on several factors, including when the… read more

July 8, 2026 | Criminal Defense

Hearsay is one of the most well-known rules of evidence, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. While many people believe hearsay simply means “something someone else said,” the legal definition is much more specific.  Whether hearsay can be admitted into evidence often depends on why the statement is being offered and whether… read more

June 12, 2026 | Criminal Defense

House arrest is an alternative to incarceration that allows certain individuals to serve all or part of a sentence outside of a jail or prison setting. Courts may order house arrest as a condition of pretrial release, probation, parole, or sentencing.  While it offers more freedom than jail, house arrest in Indiana comes with strict… read more

May 12, 2026 | Criminal Defense

If you are facing criminal charges as a defendant in Indiana, you will likely hear the term “disposition hearing” come up at some point during your case. While most people are familiar with the idea of a trial, many are less clear on what a disposition hearing involves and why it’s important. A disposition hearing… read more