Criminal Defense
What to Expect if You’re Arrested for Drug Possession in Indianapolis, IN
January 8, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Being out and having a good time is all well and good…until you hear the words, “place your hands behind your back; you’re under arrest.” If controlled substances – drugs – are involved, things can get really serious, really fast, mostly if you aren’t able to have a drug crimes lawyer near you. The steps… read more
Is Mail Order Weed Legal?
December 31, 2019 | Criminal Defense
In an era when everything from groceries to vehicles – and everything in between – can be bought online, it only makes sense that marijuana would get the same treatment. In fact, from 2005-2017, about 2.5 million people looked for online marijuana ordering services in their Google searches. When you also consider that Canada has… read more
What Is a Criminal Defense Attorney and When Do You Need One?
December 6, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Criminal defense attorneys often get a bad rap from Hollywood movies and TV shows. While plotlines frequently lead the audience to see defense attorneys as slippery creatures who routinely lie to judges, juries, and even their clients, reality lives in a different dimension than a screenplay. What is a Criminal Defense Attorney? The definition of… read more
Do Ankle Bracelets Have Microphones?
November 18, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Former NFL star Michael Vick wore one. Comedians Andy Dick and Tracy Morgan did, as well. Heck, even Lindsay Lohan had one. We’re talking about electronic monitoring devices – ankle bracelets – required to be worn by some suspects rather than spending time in jail. According to the most recent data, court-ordered use of GPS… read more
The Truth About Murder Laws in Indiana
November 5, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Last year, there were 159 criminal homicides in Indianapolis – setting a record for the fourth year in a row. There have been 120 so far this year. Facing charges for the death of another person in Indiana, though, doesn’t necessarily mean you’re being charged with murder. Murder charges in most states are divided into… read more
What Does A Dismissal Without Prejudice Mean?
October 11, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you’re going to court for criminal charges, the best you can hear is “case dismissed.” A dismissal means the case has been thrown out without a conviction. This is good news if you are charged with anything from a first time DUI to domestic violence or theft. However, there are different types of dismissals and… read more