Drug Crimes

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...

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...

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....

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...

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 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...

Throughout the country, laws concerning marijuana and its legality have been undergoing a seismic shift. In some states, marijuana has been decriminalized and individuals may possess specific amounts for their own use without facing criminal sanctions. In other areas,...

The State of Indiana has harsh penalties for prescription drug charges. However, many people do not know the laws surrounding the handling and use of prescription drugs. Some may think that drug charges only refer to illegal drugs but that is not the case. What are...

Police may use a pretext such as a broken taillight or illegal turn to stop your car, conduct a search and arrest you. This may begin a consequential encounter with the criminal justice system. Three rules During a stop, police are deciding whether a motorist or their...

No one in Indianapolis should be surprised to learn that illegal guns and illegal drugs are frequent companions. A recent raid on an east side motel in Indianapolis found yet another instance of guns and drugs in possession of the same criminal suspect. The raid...