Questions answered by Timothy John Hixson

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When I'm drug tested for the first time on juvenile probation will I be put in a detention center?

Timothy's answer | Answered on August 24, 2015

If you have an attorney handling the juvenile matters for you, you should discuss these issues with that attorney. Generally speaking, a drug...

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I am 15 and a little while ago some police caught me trespassing at an abandoned factory. Police report filed. Permanent Record?

Timothy's answer | Answered on July 15, 2015

Based on what you have stated, it will probably not result in a public record. What you have described is a misdemeanor offense, and unless you...

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Given a citation for possession of marijuana while canoeing with friends. What should I expect?

Timothy's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

It is impossible to say what will happen in your case specifically due to the complex nature of these cases. But first, you do not necessarily need...

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I am looking for information on how to file for expungement of a trespassing charge that occurred in West Lafayette Indiana.

Timothy's answer | Answered on June 12, 2015

If you were arrested for this offense and it did not result in a conviction, you can request the expungement of the arrest information one (1) year...

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Criminal conversion that I was told was going to be deferred has not been deferred.. what are next steps?

Timothy's answer | Answered on June 03, 2015

In the event that your recollection is not correct, and Post Conviction Relief or correction of a clerical error is not possible, you may still...

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If there is an internal investigation concerning fraudulent Medicaid billing, should I lawyer up?

Timothy's answer | Answered on May 29, 2015

Do not sign anything and do not make any statements to ANYONE, including social media sites etc. You should speak to a lawyer as soon as possible...

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I have been called in for questioning to the station but not for 7 days.

Timothy's answer | Answered on May 07, 2015

I recommend that you immediately contact a criminal defense attorney in your county to discuss this matter. You do not have any obligation to...

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Just to confirm: The Indiana Trial Rules are applicable in misdemeanor criminal proceedings, right?

Timothy's answer | Answered on May 06, 2015

Yes, the Rules of Trial Procedure apply in criminal matters unless superseded by the Indiana Rules of Criminal Procedure. You can find online...

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Can a person with a felony drug possession charge own a gun in Indiana? If not, can they shoot another person's gun?

Timothy's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

Indiana law is unclear whether you would be restricted in owning/possessing a firearm, or ammunition. However, pursuant to federal law, a felon...

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I know a 16 year old female who is in a relationship with a 23 year old male.

Timothy's answer | Answered on March 05, 2015

The age of consent in Indiana is 16, so it does not appear that this relationship violates any laws. However, there are certain situations that a...

Timothy John Hixson's Answers (47)

When I'm drug tested for the first time on juvenile probation will I be put in a detention center?

I am 15 and a little while ago some police caught me trespassing at an abandoned factory. Police report filed. Permanent Record?

Given a citation for possession of marijuana while canoeing with friends. What should I expect?

I am looking for information on how to file for expungement of a trespassing charge that occurred in West Lafayette Indiana.

Criminal conversion that I was told was going to be deferred has not been deferred.. what are next steps?

If there is an internal investigation concerning fraudulent Medicaid billing, should I lawyer up?

I have been called in for questioning to the station but not for 7 days.

Just to confirm: The Indiana Trial Rules are applicable in misdemeanor criminal proceedings, right?

Can a person with a felony drug possession charge own a gun in Indiana? If not, can they shoot another person's gun?

I know a 16 year old female who is in a relationship with a 23 year old male.