How to Avoid Jail after a OWI in Indiana
Almost everyone charged with drunk driving spends some time in jail after their arrest. The good news is that relatively few people are sentenced to time behind bars after their conviction for operating while intoxicated (OWI). Incarceration is only mandatory…
Read ArticleKnow Your Rights: Can the Police Stop Me on the Street?
Know Your Rights An Indianapolis Criminal Defense Attorney Explains Police Encounters Since the tragic deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, and countless others, Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Sean Hessler has seen growing concern and attention…
Read ArticleWhen Is Check Fraud a Felony?
Fraud refers to any time you purposefully deceive someone for financial gain. Check fraud is specificaly using checks to commit the fraud. Some common types of check fraud are: Forgery – Signing a check without authorization or endorsing a check…
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 ArticleParents Cleared of DCS Abuse Allegations
After an anonymous source reported battery on child DCS got involved in a family’s life and turned it upside-down. Child Services wanted the young parents to agree to a safety plan which would have allowed DCS visits, inspections, and interviews…
Read ArticleTheft Charge Dismissed for Falsely Accused Employee
We recently helped a 20-year old retail worker when she was accused of stealing by her employer. Apparently, she was under investigation for undercharging customers and when confronted about it, her employer claimed she confessed. After she was charged with…
Read ArticleReduced Penalties for Shoplifting Caught on Camera
When a man was seen on camera leaving a store with merchandise, there didn’t seem to be a lot of hope when he was charged with retail theft. Despite the video evidence, Criminal defense lawyer Hessler effectively dealt with the…
Read ArticleHabitual Traffic Offender Restores Privileges
Hessler Law represented a Habitual Traffic Offender when an issue with his paperwork for special driving privileges led to criminal charges. Criminal defense attorney Hessler quickly resolved the issue, proved his client had the proper insurance, and convinced the prosecutor…
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…
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