In criminal law, the concept of bail plays a crucial role in preserving the principle of "innocent until proven guilty." Bail not only serves as a practical method to alleviate jail overcrowding but it also holds immense power when it comes to ensuring a fair defense...
Martinsville Criminal Law Blog
3 ways people fight Indiana OWI charges
Motorists in Indiana could find themselves facing allegations of drunk driving after an interaction with a police officer. Sometimes, drivers encounter sobriety checkpoints that force them to stop and talk to the police. Other times, an officer pulls a specific...
Do you have to let the police into your house?
If the police show up at your door and ask to come inside, they are giving you a choice. However, many people don’t really feel like it’s a choice. They assume that they have to let the police in because they are in a position of authority. If they refuse, they may...
How do you fight a CHINS case?
Family relationships can get very complicated, especially when there are children involved. Maybe your mother thinks that you’re an irresponsible parent and doesn’t like the distance you keep between her and your child. Maybe your ex-spouse or their relatives have...
Does it matter what you wear to court?
A court of law is supposed to be impartial, and operate solely on the facts – but humans are always going to be human beings, and appearances do matter. What you wear and how you look can definitely make a difference in the way the judge or the jury feels about you....
Is it Constitutional for police to conduct sobriety checkpoints?
Some people in Indiana will face scrutiny over their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after involvement in a motor vehicle collision. Others may be subject to careful evaluation during a traffic stop conducted by law enforcement officers because of how they behaved...
What tests do police officers use to prove an OWI?
If an Indiana police officer suspects someone of an operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) offense, they will start gathering evidence to prove their suspicions. When the officer arrives at the scene of a crash or pulls someone over, they will ask questions that...
4 examples of actual and constructive possession
An actual possession drug charge is caused by finding physical evidence of an illicit drug on a person or finding someone had direct control over a substance – which is the case for many drug possession charges. Alternatively, if someone didn’t have illicit drugs on...
3 ways stopping off at happy hour leads to OWI charges
Having a beer or a Manhattan can be the perfect way to unwind after a stressful day at work. You may have a local bar where you like to stop because they have great specials or a particularly sympathetic bartender. Getting a drink after a long day at work maybe your...
The fine line between possession and possession with intent
Indiana actively enforces drug prohibition, which means that the police will arrest anyone they find in possession of a prohibited or controlled substance. Frequently, those arrested for drug possession will face simple possession charges. However, in a small number...
