GPS Monitoring in Indianapolis
Everyone has seen someone around town wearing an ankle monitor. And while these less than fashionable accessories are more common than ever in Indianapolis, if you need to sport a GPS monitor as a condition of your release, you better…
Read ArticleKnow Your Rights: Can the Police Stop Me on the Street?
Since the tragic deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, and countless others there’s been a lot of attention on the police and what exactly they can and cannot do. The police have a lot of…
Read ArticlePros & Cons of Accepting a Plea in Indiana
When charged with a crime, you always have the right to a jury trial. But the vast majority of people forgo this right in favor of a plea agreement. The reasons for taking a plea vary on the situation, but…
Read Article5 Ways to Defend Against Fraud Charges
Fraus is a serious crime in Indiana, and the penalties are harsh. However, mistakes and misunderstandings lead to fraud charges all of the time. Remember, an accusation is not a conviction, and there ways to help your case. Most require…
Read ArticleCriminal Charges in Indiana: How Long Do Prosecutors Have to File?
All states, including Indiana, have a criminal statute of limitations. These regulations outline how much time prosecutors have to file criminal charges. If you’ve been arrested for a crime or are under investigation in Indianapolis, reach out to an experienced…
Read ArticleLicense Reinstated for Truck Driver
Unfortunately, some people go through their lives unaware of criminal charges filed against them. This can seriously complicate their lives. Not long ago, a truck driver was pulled over in her personal vehicle without proof of insurance. She left the…
Read ArticleDiversion for Minor in Possession of Alcohol
A 20-year-old college student contacted the defense lawyers at Hessler Law after being stopped for walking around campus, holding a beer. A misdemeanor conviction for underage drinking put this student’s record and license at risk, in addition to paying several…
Read ArticleDrug Treatment & Probation for VOP
We recently helped a previous client after a probation violation almost sent him to jail. The 26-year-old was arrested for shoplifting and charged with a felony because of his record in addition to a VOP. He knew he would need…
Read ArticleDriving Under Suspension Charge Dismissed
A 34-year-old retail worker was pulled over in Indianapolis and charged with driving with a suspended license. Her driving record and past-due fees had prevented her from getting a valid license, but defense attorney Sean Hessler arranged to have the…
Read ArticleProbation Violation Resolved with Restitution
A 48-year-old construction worker who was already serving a suspended sentence for welfare fraud knew he needed to contact a criminal defense lawyer when he was charged with violating the terms of his probation. He was accused of failing to…
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