Drug Crimes

Drug charges in Indiana can carry stiff federal and state penalties, whether they are related to possession, dealing or manufacturing. The recent National Drug Take Back Day in Indianapolis highlights the overwhelming presence of discarded legal drugs in the state,...

You were visiting with your friends when you realized it was getting late. You packed up your bags and threw them into the car. On your way out, your friend stopped you and asked you for a ride. You agreed, and they hopped in the back, throwing their items in with...

An increasing number of states have legalized, decriminalized, or do not press charges for marijuana possession. Unfortunately for some otherwise law-abiding citizens, Indiana is not one of those states. So, while our neighbors in Michigan and Illinois enjoy legalized...

As drug busts go, this one was big.In fact, Indiana police officials state that a recent seizure of several types of controlled substances commanded a street value of $25 million or more. The arrest of a California woman in mid-May came via a traffic stop. Her vehicle...

 An Indiana man with an opioid addiction was arrested several years back for selling a small amount of heroin to undercover cops. He was convicted on that charge and paid a price.Specifically, he served a years’-long home detention and probation period. He...

It’s more than a hunch, but doesn’t have to be an absolute certainty.Somewhere within the boundaries of those extremes resides so-called “probable cause,” which is a key legal concept. In fact, one in-depth article overview of probable cause...

People arrested on suspicion of drunk driving or drug possession may think their case is relatively simple. But they may be surprised when they hear prosecutors list all the charges that they plan to file.Prosecutors have a lot of freedom to choose the charges they...

At some point, your doctor may have given you a prescription for a painkiller. It’s common for doctors to prescribe medicine to help people deal with pain after injuries. But did you know that holding those drugs could lead to felony charges?Indiana's drug laws...

Let’s imagine you have an accident. You break your leg and need surgery. You get a titanium rod and screws to hold things together. Your leg hurts, even after the surgery’s done, so your doctor prescribes a painkiller. Because you’re tough, you...

Let’s say you travel some place where marijuana is legal and enjoy some. Then back in Indiana, you’re speeding along the highway when you suddenly see a patrol car’s take-down lights start flashing. Suddenly, you remember that you still have some...