25 September 2023 | Case Results,  Criminal Defense,  Weapons Charges,  

State 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, there was evidence the neighbors had instigated the incident: they had fired a gun into the air earlier, which is why the client confronted them.

Once Attorney Hessler took the case, he reviewed all the evidence and slowed it down. He argued to the prosecutor’s office that they only had one witness: the alleged victim. There was nothing to back up their claim that Hessler’s client had threatened them. Once the state saw they couldn’t prove Hessler’s client had intimidated the alleged victim “beyond a reasonable doubt,” the prosecutor dropped the case.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

| Case Results,  Criminal Defense,  Felony Charges,  

Not 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, the client faced eleven years in prison: one to five for the Level 5 felony, four years of a suspended sentence, and one year for a suspended sentence for another misdemeanor.

During the trial, Attorney Hessler pointed out there wasn’t enough evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that his client threatened the alleged victim. The scene had several closed-circuit cameras, and several witnesses saw the exchange. However, the police only spoke with the alleged victim and did not request footage.

Attorney Hessler argued that the prosecution failed to bring more evidence to the table, and the jury agreed with him. His client walked away a free man.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

17 July 2020 | Assault & Domestic Violence,  Battery,  Case Results,  Children Services,  Family Law,  

Parents 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 of children.

They contacted Hessler Law to get the help of a criminal defense attorney. Sean Hessler acted quickly to protect their rights and actually explained their options. He negotiated with DCS to have the family pediatrician examine the child and advised his clients to refuse the safety plan. This kept them from going through an invasive investigation and proved the abuse allegation was unsubstantiated.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

10 July 2020 | Case Results,  Theft,  

Theft 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 retail theft, criminal attorney Hessler got a copy of the alleged confession and presented it to the prosecutor because it clearly showed that she never admitted to anything. This led to the charges being dismissed.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

03 July 2020 | Case Results,  Theft,  

Reduced 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 situation and resolved the matter favorably. By admitting to the infraction and agreeing to two days of time served as well as staying away from the store for a year, the man could put the matter to rest.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

26 June 2020 | Case Results,  Traffic Violations,  

Habitual 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 to dismiss the case.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

19 June 2020 | Assault & Domestic Violence,  Case Results,  Felony Charges,  

Felony Domestic Violence Dismissed

Our client was a 32-year-old musician, accused of multiple domestic violence felonies. If convicted, he was looking at substantial time in prison and permanent acts of violence on his criminal record. Defense attorney Sean Hessler took the case and when the alleged victim decided not to cooperate, he had all the charges dismissed.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

05 June 2020 | Alcohol,  Assault & Domestic Violence,  Case Results,  OWI,  

OVWI & Felony Domestic Violence Resolved

We recently helped a 41-year-old contractor deal with some very serious charges from two separate incidents. First, the client was found asleep at a stoplight, and following a blood test, he was found to be over the legal limit. This led to an OVWI, which put his license and career at risk. While his OVI was pending, the client also got into an alcohol-fueled argument with his girlfriend. The police eventually arrived and charged him with an additional felony 6 for domestic violence. He reached out to Hessler Law to talk to an experienced criminal defense lawyer for help.

Sean Hessler worked fast to resolve all of the clients’ charges with as little possible impact on his life. First, he presented evidence that the girlfriend made false claims regarding the argument because she was angry with the client. As a result, the domestic violence charge was dismissed. This removed the felony for his client, but Hessler also negotiated an OVWI plea that included special driving privileges so he could keep his job.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

29 May 2020 | Case Results,  Criminal Defense,  Traffic Violations,  

License 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 scene thinking that she’d only need to provide her insurance info. Evidently, criminal charges were filed against her, but she never received the notice. Therefore, she did not appear in court and a default judgment was issued and her license was suspended.

As a truck driver, this put her job in danger. When she became aware of her suspended license, she contacted the Indianapolis criminal attorneys at Hessler Law for help. Attorney Hessler acted fast to protect her livelihood and record. Sean provided her proof of insurance, negotiated with the court to set aside the default judgment, and arranged to have her license reinstated.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

22 May 2020 | Alcohol,  Case Results,  Criminal Defense,  

Diversion 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 hundred dollars in fines.

Attorney Hessler had his client admitted into a diversion program that only involved paying a $385 fine. This protected the student’s record, license, and saved them from the inconvenience and costs involved with a minor in possession charge.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.