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During DUI arrests, the first few hours are important and what you do in these hours will change the track of the case. Learn the vital steps you have to take to protect your child and understand what is at stake. What should you tell your child right after a DUI...
Based on the severity of a drug charge, the legal system can move quickly against you. In some cases, Child Protective Services (CPS) may also become involved if your children are affected. These cases can affect your freedom and future opportunities, so you need to...
If an officer suspects you are driving under the influence, they might pull you over and ask you to do three tests. These voluntary tests generally help officers gather evidence of impairment to justify an OWI arrest. However, many external factors may affect your...
You finally feel ready to clear your record. You fill out the paperwork, pay the filing fee and wait for the court's answer. Then the petition comes back denied. Indiana's expungement law, found in Indiana Code (IC) Article 35-38-9, sets specific requirements, and...
Having more than one criminal record does not have to prevent you from achieving a clean record. When multiple convictions are involved, the expungement process calls for a more organized and thoughtful approach. By knowing how the process works, you can take...
When a police officer spots you driving a vehicle erratically or suspects you are under the influence of alcohol, they may pull you over. If they do, they might request you take part in a series of field sobriety tests. This will help them decide whether or not they...
If you are facing a Level 6 felony drug charge in Indiana, the question on your mind is likely the same as most people in your situation: Does this have to stay a felony? In many cases, the answer is no. However, the outcome depends heavily on the facts of your case,...
Resisting law enforcement charges carry serious consequences in Indiana. A conviction can result in misdemeanor or felony penalties depending on the circumstances. Understanding the available defenses helps you protect your rights and your future. Lack of intent to...
A traffic stop for suspected impaired driving can feel overwhelming. You may wonder what happens if you refuse a sobriety test and how that choice affects your DUI case. Understanding the consequences helps you see what is at stake and what comes next. Indiana’s...
You may want to limit who can see your criminal history, and Indiana law offers two different tools to accomplish this. Record sealing and expungement serve related purposes, yet they work in different ways. How record sealing works Record sealing hides certain...