Most Indiana residents know that the state imposes strict penalties for those found guilty of crimes involving so-called street drugs like heroin, cocaine and heroin. However, many of us are not as familiar with how state law deals with prescription drug crimes. In...
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Drug Crimes
Understanding the federal Travel Act and drug crimes
In addition to the conventional ways in which drugs are transported and acquired, a growing number of people are being accused of using modern technology to transport and acquire scheduled drugs. This can lead to an arrest and significant penalties. People alleged to...
RICO charges and Indiana law
In the public imagination, RICO charges are for the mafia. Indeed, prosecutors often use RICO laws today in attempts to break up organized crime rings. However, these charges can also arise in cases that look very different from the typical gangster movie. They have...
What are so-called synthetic drugs?
The term "synthetic drugs" is somewhat confusing. It refers to a category of chemical compounds manufactured to create euphoric or hallucinogenic effects in users. In some cases, these are designed to replicate the effects of illegal drugs such as cannabis and...
What if I am charged with drug trafficking?
Any type of drug charge can cause problems in Indiana whether it is a controlled substance like cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine; a drug that is considered less serious like marijuana or prescription medications. However, there are different levels to the charges a...
The alarming growth of prescription drug abuse
Prescription drug abuse remains an ongoing problem yet still remains widely misunderstood. Many who suffer from addiction often take extreme measures that violate the law. The quandary is that essentially punishing them for a problem they cannot control does little to...
What are the penalties for federal drug charges?
Federal drug charges can carry significant and serious potential penalties and consequences for the accused. Those who have been accused of drug crimes need to be armed with their criminal defense rights and know about the legal protections available to them....
Can you obtain a prescription drug without a prescription?
When you are seriously ill or injured you likely will go to the doctor who will prescribe a prescription drug. These drugs are key in your recovery, but they often come with side effects. Some people choose to obtain and use these drugs due to their effects on the...
How do police identify marijuana growing operations?
While marijuana laws are in flux throughout the country, the penalties for possession, distribution and cultivation of cannabis remain as harsh as ever in Indiana. Indiana police claim to discover marijuana-growing operations every time they put a helicopter in the...
Police using oral screening for suspected drugged motorists
Police have used tests to prosecute suspected drunk drivers for many years. Recently police in Indiana have begun using oral screening technology to investigate suspected drug impaired drivers. New screening tool A new screening test, SoToxa, makes it easier for...