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In many cases, informants have helped the police dismantle drug networks across Indiana. However, if law enforcement promises to waive charges against them, should they trust it? Understanding who has the authority to make those decisions can help you set realistic...
It is crucial for the drivers of Indiana to know about the implied consent law, especially if law enforcement officers suspect them of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Having a good grasp of how and where this particular law applies can come in handy if a...
You live in Broad Ripple and work in tech support downtown. You drive daily to work and visit family in Carmel. Late on a Saturday after a concert, you were pulled over. After a traffic stop, law enforcement alleged that your blood alcohol concentration was over the...
A criminal record can affect employment long after a sentence ends. Many employers check criminal history during background checks, and even an old conviction may make it harder to find a job. In Indiana, expungement is a legal process that allows eligible individuals...
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...