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...
Criminal Law
A new test could help detect cannabis usage
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...
Criminal penalties for OWI in Indiana
If you receive a conviction for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated in Indiana, state law mandates expensive fines, license suspension, jail time and other penalties. The state defines OWI as driving with a blood alcohol content of at least 0.08%, or higher...
Smartphones as legal evidence
Smartphones are becoming more integral parts of daily life. As these devices have become more essential, the amount of data stored upon them has increased. This makes them potentially valuable as sources of evidence in criminal cases and other legal matters. As this...
Can a DUI affect your scholarships?
In Indiana, DUI-related crimes are taken very seriously. A conviction could end up ruining several aspects of someone's life and career. It may become a blemish that can follow them longer than they think it will. Today, we will take a look at how DUI-related...
Possible penalties for your first DWI charge
Because the legal blood alcohol content limit is so low in Indiana, it is possible to get a DWI without realizing that you are impaired. In some cases, just one drink can put you over the legal limit. If an officer pulls you over, you may find yourself facing charges...
What happens when you get a DWI?
Whether you have been drinking or not, getting pulled over for a suspected DWI is nerve-wracking. You may have no idea what to expect or what will happen. It can be overwhelming and cause you to act in a way that is detrimental to the situation. Having some idea of...
Consequences for juvenile drug possession in Indiana
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...