Facing charges for operating a vehicle while intoxicated can be frightening. That is particularly true for those confronting the situation for the first time. Such fear is understandable. OWI charges in Indiana carry serious consequences. Therefore, anyone in that...
When facing questioning by law enforcement, maintaining silence can be a smart strategy. It may seem counterintuitive at first, but it actually helps in multiple ways. Understanding the importance of remaining silent can prevent potentially harmful outcomes....
If you are a resident of Vanderburgh County, you might have noticed some brand-new gadgets in town. Specifically, AI-powered gadgets on police cars. They are artificial intelligence-powered tools that allow law enforcement to recognize license plates, as their name...
In November, Ohio voted to legalize recreational cannabis (also known as marijuana). This news might not be relevant to the average Hoosier – until you learn that Indiana is now surrounded by three states that have legalized recreational cannabis: Ohio, Illinois and...
The Prison Policy Initiative reported that there are approximately 765 people per 100,000 in Indiana jails, and many of them are there for violent crimes, including self-defense. Self-defense is a serious legal matter, especially when it results in the death of...
Contrary to what some might think about manufacturing illegal controlled substances, their creation is like the processes used for prescription drugs and the like. Many illicit drugs are also easily synthesized with the same materials used to produce legitimate...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that an average of 37 people die each day in the U.S. in alcohol-related accidents. Driving under the influence of alcohol is a grave concern, and it is essential to understand the profound impact that it can...
Your criminal past doesn’t have to define your present and future circumstances. Under Indiana law, you could begin your second chance at life with a clean slate through expungement of juvenile records, which include juvenile delinquency, dismissed charges and...
Many types of criminal charges come in multiple levels of severity. This is true for drug possession crimes as well. Drugs are classified into different categories based on their perceived dangers and penalties depend upon the category of the drugs involved in the...
People who are arrested for drunk driving in Indiana will have a general understanding of some of the testing procedures that law enforcement may conduct. That includes a breath test. The test consists of the alleged drunk driver blowing into the machine so it can...