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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...
When police discover drugs during a search, that evidence does not automatically count against you. Indiana law imposes specific limits on how officers may search people, vehicles, and property. When officers exceed those limits, courts may prevent the evidence from...
Indiana applies a defined structure to determine when someone qualifies as a habitual traffic violator. You face this designation when your record shows repeat major offenses within a single 10-year span. How the lookback period works State law defines one consistent...
You may hear the phrase “deadly weapon” in many Indiana criminal cases, yet the legal meaning carries far more nuance than most people expect. Indiana applies a broad and detailed definition, and the presence of such an item can escalate a charge quickly. When you...