The practice in Indiana of detaining the accused who are awaiting trial but cannot afford bail is bloating already crowded jails and devastating communities. During the 2020 Session, House Bill 1076, introduced by Representative Cherrish Pryor, attempted to address...
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A basic overview of federal drug schedules
There are a wide variety of controlled substances under federal law, some more dangerous than others. For this reason, the federal government classifies controlled substances under “schedules” for the purposes of prosecuting drug crimes. The following is a brief...
You are the best judge of your ability to drive safely
Most people in Indiana are aware that if you have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% it can affect your driving abilities. At a BAC of 0.08% can make it difficult to concentrate, can cause short-term memory loss, can affect a driver’s ability to control their...
Indiana courts and legislature review civil forfeiture
Indiana’s civil forfeiture laws were addressed by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2019 and in a law passed in the state General Assembly in 2018. This year, however, another Senate reform bill was also introduced, and the state Supreme Court will review a case on whether...
Defense options for allegations of rape and sexual assault
Indiana laws regarding rape and sexual assault are specific and cover a broad range of prohibited sexual acts and conduct. Many factors can influence the type and severity of sex crime charges against an individual, including but not limited to the alleged victim’s...
Proposed bills address drunk driving
The year 2020 was difficult for many people in Indianapolis, and instances of drunk driving were no exception. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in the second quarter of 2020, the overall number of traffic fatalities went down compared...
Can a police officer search my vehicle for drugs?
If an officer has stopped your vehicle in Indiana, there is a chance that he or she will search your vehicle for drugs or other contraband they believe is associated with criminal activity. If drugs or drug paraphernalia is found in your vehicle, the officer may...
Refusing a field sobriety test in Indiana
During a traffic stop, a police officer may ask a motorist to submit to a Breathalyzer test and various field sobriety tests if they suspect the driver is driving while under the influence of alcohol. The results of these tests are often used as evidence to convict a...
New federal law governs shell corporations
Establishing a business or corporation can have legal consequences because the government may suspect that they were involved in crimes. Congress recently passed a bill strengthening enforcement of white collar crimes and other laws involving money laundering, foreign...
CCTV recording leads to arrest of murder suspect
Closed-circuit television (CCTV) is a common form of security used by businesses to prevent crime and to aid police if the cameras capture the commission of a crime. The CCTV cameras in a convenience store in Indianapolis recently captured the image of a man accused...