After a certain amount of time has passed in Indiana, you might be able to get a criminal conviction expunged from your record. This can make it easier to move on with your life without your past criminal record coming back to haunt you. However, it's important to...
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What is required for forgery prosecution?
Forgery in Indiana is a common white-collar crime committed with the intent to commit theft or fraud. Many people have heard of someone who falsified a signature on a check or other financial document. While this represents one of the most common ways to commit...
Intent a crucial element of forgery and often central to defense
A great deal of business in Noblesville, Indiana, relies on documents and personal identification. As a result, the forging of false credentials or other objects of value represents a criminal offense. Authorities only take the step of prosecuting forgery when...
Multi-agency investigation leads to meth seizure
An Indiana investigation into narcotics sales, counterfeiting and the distribution of stolen property led to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of a significant quantity of methamphetamine in April, according to a press release from the LaGrange County...
Roadside drug testing results in wrongful convictions
Indiana residents should be on the lookout for roadside drug tests, which have become more popular in other states. Officers have been using roadside drug tests to determine if substances found on a driver or passenger are illegal. The idea is that, when an illegal...
Can you qualify for a record sealing under the Second Chance law?
Criminal records exist to protect the public from individuals who might pose a risk to others. For example, background checks help ensure that those with a history of abuse don't wind up hired by a daycare center or grade school. Unfortunately, criminal records can...
What’s the best drug possession defense strategy?
A drug possession charge has the potential to turn your life upside down, with penalties ranging from community service to imprisonment. However, don’t assume that a formal charge will result in a conviction. This doesn’t always hold true. With the right drug...
When should you consider a plea bargain?
The Holiday season is a time for friends, family and festivities. For some, the holiday festivities call for alcoholic beverages. Those who plan on having a few drinks may want to stay over or plan a sober ride home. People should avoid operating a vehicle while...
