February 8, 2021 | Indiana Law

If you did not commit a crime, why are you being charged with a crime? Under Indiana’s law, being an accessory before or after a crime could result in a criminal charge equal to the crime committed by the other person. Being charged as an accomplice could result in significant jail time and other penalties,… read more

January 28, 2021 | DUI

A breathalyzer, or breath alcohol test, can be administered by law enforcement officers to determine whether a driver has consumed alcohol. Drivers who refuse, in most states, can be at risk of a driver’s license suspension. Exactly how long does alcohol stay on your breath? When Can an Officer Give a Breathalyzer? Officers usually give… read more

January 21, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Police misconduct is something everyone in America has thought about over the last few years. Though the term is fairly broad and can be used to describe a great many different things, it is generally used when referring to actions taken by police officers that are either illegal or against department policies and protocols.  We… read more

January 13, 2021 | Sex Crimes

The age of consent for sexual acts in Indiana is 16 years. Therefore, it is illegal for an adult to have sexual intercourse or engage in any sexual activity with a child under the age of 16 years. It does not matter whether or not the minor consented to the sexual activity or not. What… read more

December 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Sloths are awfully cute. They are slow-moving mammals native to Central and South American rainforests. The two-toed sloth has an average life span of 20 to 30 years and when bought as an exotic pet, are usually bred in captivity. They have a complex diet and can be difficult to maintain as they need trees… read more

December 22, 2020 | DUI Defense

Doctors often work long hours in high-stress conditions. Unfortunately, high-stress occupations can lead to alcohol and substance abuse. Data show higher rates of alcohol abuse among doctors than the overall U.S. population.  Getting a DUI can be distressing for anyone. In addition to penalties like a suspended driver’s license, you may have trouble getting car… read more

December 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense

The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution gives all citizens the right to bear arms. This includes Indiana residents. However, each state has taken it upon itself to govern the keeping and bearing of arms within its borders.  While some might argue that the Second Amendment gives citizens broad gun ownership rights, the reality… read more

December 8, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Suicide is a serious health problem in the United States. It was the tenth leading cause of death in 2018. Over 48,000 people committed suicide that year.  Suicide is defined as taking your life by causing harm to yourself with the intent of ending your life. Since suicide involves someone taking their own life through… read more

November 28, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Domestic violence in any context must be taken seriously by all involved. Unfortunately, abuse can and does occur in troubled relationships. Because it can be difficult to sort out who did what in highly volatile relationships, it is important that we all look carefully at allegations and evidence of domestic abuse. Unfounded allegations of domestic… read more

November 12, 2020 | Indiana Law

Being falsely accused of a crime means you have been accused of a crime you did not commit. Unfortunately, this is more common than one might think and happens across a range of crimes, from theft to sex crimes to homicide. The injustice can make you feel angry and helpless. It’s understandable that you might… read more