What Happens If You Skip Bail?
The bail system exists so that someone who has been charged with a crime does not have to spend their time waiting for a criminal trial behind bars. Instead, they pay an amount the court determines is fair, considering the nature of the crime, the…
What to Expect During a Grand Jury Proceeding in Indiana
A grand jury proceeding is a confusing process for many criminal defendants in Indiana. You likely have many questions about this process and what to expect. That is why we have prepared this guide. The Purpose A grand jury is a group of citizens who…
Indiana Sex Offender Registration Rules
Being required to register as a sex offender is one of the most damaging collateral consequences of a conviction of a sex crime in Indiana. The state has some of the strictest sex offender laws in the nation. If a person violates the sex offender…
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…