LATEST ARTICLES BY: Andrew J. Baldwin
Is an Accidental Shooting Still a Crime? Indiana Laws on Reckless Homicide
If someone is accidentally shot, you might think that there shouldn’t be any criminal penalties because the person didn’t intend to shoot someone else. However, crimes are very precisely defined in Indiana, so what you might not see as a criminally culpable matter, lawmakers might….
Indiana’s ‘Endangerment’ Enhancement: When a Simple OWI Becomes a Level 6 Felony
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious matter in Indiana, which is why it is punished harshly in the state. However, if your conduct is determined to have endangered others, the consequences can be even more severe. An experienced DUI defense…
Indiana’s Laws on Pointing a Firearm
You can be charged with a crime if you are accused of pointing a firearm at another person in Indiana. Understanding these charges is critical in providing a strong defense against them. Indiana Gun Laws Indiana has more relaxed gun laws than many other states….
Indiana Code § 35-42-1-1 Murder
Breaking Down the Legal Definition of Murder in Indiana At The Criminal Defense Team, our board-certified criminal trial specialists often handle cases involving murder, the most serious offense you can be charged with in the state. Our drug crime lawyer in Indianapolis can break down…
How DUI Checkpoints Work and Your Legal Rights
To minimize the impact of drunk driving in the state, Indiana law enforcement agencies may implement DUI checkpoints. The presence of these checkpoints can help curtail drunk and drugged driving. However, law enforcement agencies do not have unfettered ability to do anything they want at…