HIV Criminalization May Discourage Testing
In the past year, Indiana has struggled with how to handle HIV and a concentrated outbreak of the disease in Austin, a small town in southern Scott County, Indiana. Since the beginning of 2015, more than 190 people living in…
Read ArticleFirst ‘Baby Box’ Installed in Indiana
Last month, a new option for mothers choosing to give up an unharmed, newborn child came into existence in Indiana. On April 19, Indiana introduced “baby boxes”—locked, padded, climate-controlled boxes typically built into the outside wall of a firehouse or…
Read ArticleTwo 19-Year-Old Girls See Underage Alcohol Charges Dismissed
College is a time when young people often experiment with adult experiences, but testing these limits can sometimes create more mature legal problems than a younger individual can manage. If that happens, it is important to consult an experienced attorney,…
Read ArticleCriminal Justice Overhaul
It’s not every day that Republicans and Democrats come together to unveil positive change in the criminal justice system. But just last month, a bipartisan group of legislators announced what amounts to a criminal justice overhaul. Through legislation that reduces…
Read ArticleDealing Marijuana Extract
An arrest warrant was recently released for a 26-year-old resident of Schererville, Indiana, for dealing THC extract, also known as marijuana extract or hash oil. He faces two felony counts for dealing a controlled substance, another felony count for dealing…
Read Article52-Year-Old Man Avoids Prison After Violating House Arrest
Recently, lawyer Sean Hessler represented a 52-year-old man after he wound up in a very precarious position by violating the terms of his previously imposed house arrest. The man was convicted of an earlier burglary charge and sentenced to be…
Read ArticleAvoid an Alcohol-Related Arrest at Indy 500
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people gather at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Indy 500. Amongst the speeding Indycars and overpriced concession stands, drinking of alcohol frequently occurs—and every year, alcohol-related arrests are made. With the 100th anniversary…
Read ArticleDrug Paraphernalia Charges Amended To Release A Student From Jail
If you find yourself accused of a crime, it’s crucial that you contact an experienced attorney, who will passionately work to protect your rights and help you find the best possible outcome. When a 20-year-old student at Indiana University was…
Read ArticleFelony Theft Charge Reduced For A 57-Year-Old Man
Not long ago, a 57-year-old man found himself in legal hot water after his foolish decision to try and shoplift a $10 action figure from a local store resulted in a felony theft charge. The heightened level of the offense…
Read Article42-Year-Old Woman Receives An Expungement Of A Past Conviction
Living with a criminal conviction on your record can obviously cause a lot of hardships, both personally and professionally, but if you add the stigma of a sexual offense, the limitations may be overwhelming. This was the situation a 42-year-old…
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