Airport Gun Charges Not Filed
At Hessler Law, we recently assisted an IT professional when he was charged with having a handgun in a prohibited area of the Indianapolis airport. Apparently, he inadvertently left a firearm in a carryon bag, which was fund during his prescreening.
While it appeared to be an innocent mistake, this oversight exposed him to serious fines and a permanent gun conviction. We discussed our defensive strategy with the prosecutor and clearly demonstrated his lack of criminal intent. Therefore, the case was not officially filed and he was free to move on.
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.
Felony Domestic Violence Reduced
Our 29-year old client was accused of trying to run her ex-boyfriend off the road. She was charged with multiple, very serious felonies. These included felony domestic violence and battery causing moderate injury, which exposed her to time in custody. Since any felony convictions would turn this young woman’s life upside-down, Sean Hessler worked to find the best possible outcome.
After an independent investigation, it became clear that she had been overcharged and the situation did not warrant such harsh charges. We negotiated to have the entire case concluded with a plea to misdemeanor battery. As a result, she would serve a term of non-reporting probation, but spared from possible jail time and felony convictions.
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.
Probation Violation Resolved with Restitution
A 48-year-old construction worker who was already serving a suspended sentence for welfare fraud contacted attorney Hessler when he was charged with violating the terms of his probation. He was accused of failing to repay several thousand dollars in restitution and a conviction would send him to prison.
Not wanting to see his client sent away, we confirmed the amounted owed, arranged for payment in full, and negotiated to have the probation terminated. This removed him from further concern and permanently resolved the matter with the help of criminal defense attorney Sean Hessler.
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.
Diversion for Retiree Charged with Shoplifting
A 67-year-old was recently charged with shoplifting. Apparently the store’s Loss Prevention Officer witnessed the act and recorded it on video. The client was exposed to a theft conviction, possible time in custody, and significant fines. Defense attorney Sean Hessler reviewed the materials, negotiated for a reduced outcome, and successfully resolved the matter with a diversion program and payment of court fees.
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.
Nurse’s CHINS Case Dismissed
When a 28-year-old nurse was accused of drug use, she found herself in the middle of a very stressful Child in Need of Services (CHINS) investigation. The Department of Child Services was not very sympathetic, despite our client previously entering into an Informal Adjustment (IA). DCS kept changing the requirements and threatening to withdraw the agreement.
With her license and family at stake, Sean Hessler negotiated to keep the IA open and finally got clarity on what was expected of his client. By cutting through the confusion and fighting for straight answers, the client successfully finished the Informal Adjustment and the case was subsequently 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.
Treatment In Lieu of Jail for Felony Drug Charges
Criminal attorney Hessler recently helped a man struggling with drug addiction when he was charged with an F2 felony for possession with intent to distribute (PWID). Apparently, the police were investigating someone else for selling meth, but our client was witnessed tossing a bag of narcotics. We negotiated with the prosecution for a result that would help our client, rather than send him to jail. We ultimately agreed to a four year suspended sentence for a reduced possession charge and had him admitted to drug treatment.
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.
OVWI Reduced to Public Intox
A 25-year-old warehouse manager was charged with an OVWI after a single-car accident. When the police arrived, the individual was far from the vehicle, but holding the car keys.
Hessler Law PC criminal defense attorneys argued that someone else was operating the vehicle, and since the officers could not prove that our client was driving, we accepted a plea to public intoxication. This kept an OVWI off their record, which preserved their license and is a lot easier to manage.
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.
Reduced Penalties for OVWI with Test Refusal
A 30-year-old IT manager was recently stopped for speeding after leaving a sporting event. The officers noted that he was swerving and investigated him for OVWI. The man refused the chemical test and ultimately charged with driving while impaired. The DA was pursuing a harsh penalty and initially wouldn’t offer a reasonable reduction.
Criminal lawyer Hessler continued to negotiate and eventually resolved the matter for time served and the standard license suspension for his client’s test refusal. However, he saw no heightened penalties and could easily move on from the incident.
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.
Out of State OVWI Resolved Quickly
Defense attorney Hessler represented a 37-year-old Indiana visitor after she was charged with OVWI. Since she lived out of state, the client wanted the case over quickly with minimal impact on her life. We worked out a deal that allowed her to participate in diversionary classes in her home state, sentenced to time served, and only had to serve a 60-day license suspension, which was already served by the time the case concluded.
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.
Probation for Marijuana OVWI
Attorney Hessler represented a 27-year-old after he was stopped at a sobriety checkpoint. The officers smelled marijuana and the young man was charged with an OVWI involving marijuana as well as marijuana possession.
This could have resulted in jail time, a suspended license, and a drug conviction. However, defense attorney Hessler worked out a favorable agreement for one year of probation and saw the possession charge dismissed and let him keep his license.
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.