Drug Crimes

Are all controlled substances in Indianapolis treated the same when it comes to the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of drugs? Not under federal law. Federal law classifies controlled substances into five schedules. Crimes involving Schedule I substances...

Drug crimes related to prescriptions are not just because of the illegal sale of them. There are many ways that a person could commit a prescription drug crime without even knowing that they committed a crime at all. The consequences of a prescription drug crime can...

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...

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...

Lawyers often talk about criminal prosecutions as though the defendant faces one charge, the court hears the evidence and then renders a verdict on that one charge. In fact, it is very common for defendants to face multiple charges at a time. In some cases, a...

The men and women who administer Indiana’s correctional facilities often come into contact with drug dealers who want to sell illicit substances to inmates at the institution. Most employees are warned about their proximity to the drug trade, and very few succumb to...

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...