What Constitutes a Crime of Passion?
To convict a person of a crime, prosecutors must show that the defendant committed the actus reus with a certain mens rea. The actus reus is the physical act of a crime, while the mens rea is the defendant’s mental state. Sometimes, a person acting…
How Criminal Defense Lawyers Build a Strong Defense
When you’re charged with a criminal offense, you need experienced legal representation who can build a strong defense on your behalf. The board-certified criminal trial specialists at The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC work together to develop personalized and effective legal…
Can a Criminal Case Be Dismissed Before Trial?
At The Criminal Defense Team, our board-certified criminal trial specialists often try to resolve criminal cases well before the trial component of our clients’ cases. It may be possible to have criminal charges dropped for various reasons. Our defense lawyers in Indianapolis can explore the…
What Is the Presumption of Innocence?
Certain legal principles form the foundation of the American criminal justice system. One of these is the presumption of evidence. This important legal principle helps ensure that defendants are treated fairly and not automatically assumed to be guilty of the crime they are charged with….
Why Experience Matters in Criminal Defense Cases
An Indianapolis criminal attorney’s skill and experience can make the difference between a favorable outcome and an unfavorable outcome in a criminal case. At The Criminal Defense Team, our board-certified trial specialists have over 110 years of legal experience and have successfully defended more than…