During an Indiana traffic stop, stay calm, keep your hands visible, provide required identifying information, and clearly invoke your right to remain silent. Do not consent to a vehicle search. If police order you out of the car, comply. Never fight or run. A traffic...
What happens at the first court date in an Indiana domestic violence case? Your first court date is the beginning of the case, not the trial. A case may begin with an initial hearing. In some circumstances, that hearing may be waived and the case proceeds to a...
Police generally need a warrant to search your phone’s digital contents, even after an arrest. Voluntary consent and certain emergencies can permit warrantless searches. You can refuse consent, but you should not physically resist officers who seize your phone. Riley...
1. Can I still drive after a DUI or OVWI arrest in Indianapolis? Maybe. An Indianapolis DUI or OVWI arrest does not necessarily mean you will be completely unable to drive. Depending on the type of license suspension and the court handling your case, you may be able...
Generally, no. A welfare check does not automatically allow police to enter your Indiana home without a warrant. Police usually need your consent, a warrant, or a genuine emergency that legally justifies immediate entry. What happens when someone calls police for a...
No. Under Indiana law, a person classified as a Serious Violent Felon cannot possess a firearm. A violation is a Level 4 felony. A conviction can carry two to 12 years in prison, making firearm possession especially risky for anyone with a qualifying conviction. What...
