When the Police Are at Your Door at 2:17 AM It’s late. Your family is asleep. Suddenly, your front door explodes inward, and officers rush in shouting, “Police! Don’t move!” They don’t show you a warrant. They don’t ask permission. They’re just in your home. Is this...
Being served with a Protective Order can make the floor drop out from under you. One minute your life is moving along, and the next, a sheriff or certified letter is telling you who you cannot contact, where you cannot go, and possibly whether you can see your...
Usually not. Police may use a K-9 during a lawful stop, but they generally cannot add time after traffic duties end. Extra waiting usually requires voluntary agreement or independent reasonable suspicion of another crime. How long can an Indiana traffic stop legally...
Frequently Asked Questions About Fighting a DUI or OVWI in Indiana 1. Can an Indiana DUI or OVWI charge be dismissed? Yes, an Indiana DUI or OVWI charge may be dismissed in some circumstances. Dismissal can depend on issues such as an illegal traffic stop, problems...
The Internet Is Getting People Arrested Some corners of the internet will have you believe the key to asserting your rights is to crack your window just enough to slide out your license. TikTok and YouTube are full of self-proclaimed experts telling drivers to never...
If you have been charged with a crime in Indiana, every court date can feel overwhelming. The words on your notice may sound serious, especially when you see “pretrial conference,” “status conference,” or “review hearing.” Many people worry they will be forced into...
