Dismissed Domestic Violence Charge
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 56-year-old warehouse worker accused of Class A Misdemeanor domestic violence. The client and the alleged victim had been in an argument, which led to a physical altercation. Hessler’s client called the police. When they arrived,…
Read ArticleLicense Restored after Work on Criminal History
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 32-year-old handyman accused of driving under a suspended license, a Class A misdemeanor. These cases can be challenging: the state’s burden of proof is low. A prosecutor would just need to show the driver had…
Read ArticleAggressive Driving Case Dismissed
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 42-year old working in a manufacturing position. His client was charged with aggressive driving, a Class A misdemeanor. He faced a maximum one year in jail. Hessler’s client was accused of harassing another driver: tailgating,…
Read ArticleCase Dismissed for Excessive Speeding
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 19-year-old college student who was charged with driving 70 mph in a 30 mph zone after she was caught by a state trooper in a speed trap. His client faced a 60-day jail sentence. Attorney…
Read ArticleState Dismisses Intimidation Case for Warehouse Worker
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 58-year-old Indiana man, employed at a warehouse. The client was accused of threatening his neighbors with a knife during an argument. These neighbors called the police to report that the client had threatened them. However,…
Read ArticleNot Guilty Verdict in Intimidation Case
Attorney Sean Hessler represented a 25-year-old man in a Level 5 felony case. The client was accused of threatening another man in a heated exchange. At the time, Hessler’s client was on probation for a Level 3 felony. If convicted,…
Read ArticleIndiana’s Credit Time Laws: The Criminal Case Plan Credit Program
If you’ve been sentenced to incarceration in Indiana, you are probably looking for a way to reduce the time you spend there. While some people might think escaping will help, there are actually a few legal avenues to getting out…
Read ArticleUnderstanding Indiana’s Expungement Laws
Blemishes on your record can disrupt your life. Things like low-level misdemeanors or arrests without convictions can hinder your career and well-being. They can appear on background checks by employers, landlords, or remain in public view. Indiana law provides a…
Read ArticleDo Police Need a Warrant to Search Private Property?
With the protections the Fourth Amendment provides, we expect a degree of security against unannounced searches. Without a search warrant, you might not expect law enforcement to enter your home or rummage through your car. However, there could be times…
Read ArticleWhat to Do If You’re Being Investigated by the Police in Indiana
It’s easy to become overwhelmed during a criminal investigation. Especially when you’re being examined by law enforcement and especially when you feel that you didn’t do anything wrong. However, no matter how stressful the situation becomes, carrying yourself a certain…
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