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Substances can have various uses and effects. To regulate the use, distribution and manufacture of drugs, the Control Substances Act (CSA) was established. The CSA establishes how drugs are categorized. The classification of drugs are known as schedules. The schedule...
The topic of marijuana legalization is one that every state has had to face in recent years. It often revolves around adults and their right to choose whether they indulge in drugs — medically or recreationally. But in some cases, policymakers point to a different...
Indiana state laws categorize drug possession as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the substance in question and the amount. The courts enhance penalties for possession within 1,000 feet of a school. If you face a court date for drug possession, understand...
Prescription drugs are those that a doctor gives patients access to for the purpose of treating pain and other legitimate medical complaints. However, the use of prescription drugs for nonmedical uses in Indiana is higher than the prevalence of illicit drugs, such as...
When an officer pulls you over in traffic, you have certain rights under federal law. You also have legal recourse if law enforcement violates your civil rights. Review the actions you may take to exercise your legal rights in a traffic stop. Remaining silent Both you...
While many states have made significant efforts to decriminalize marijuana, in Indiana, it is still considered a Schedule I substance. You may then be wondering why you have seen CBD products for sale around the state. CBD or cannabidiol is a chemical contained in...
When a police officer stops you in traffic or comes to your home, you have certain rights under Indiana law and federal law. Reviewing the federal and state search and seizure laws can help you protect these rights. Explore the laws that govern search and seizure in...
As cannabis usage increases among the general public, more people in Indiana are getting behind the wheel when they are under the influence. This is obviously illegal and certainly dangerous. However, it is not always easy for police officers to detect people who are...
Indiana has been fighting the war on drugs for decades, which is why the state doles out strict penalties for those who so much as possess a controlled substance. It is also why the state does not take a lax stance on juvenile drug possession. According to Indiana...