I live in Indiana and have received a ten year suspension (HTV). Just got arrested for driving are there minimum jail terms?

There's no minimum time the way there is for repeat DUI's. You're facing a Level 6 felony with a sentence ranging from 6 mos to 2.5 years. That...

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I wasn't ready my rights during or after my arrest, even after my arrest when I was gone an office went through my car

They do not have to advise you of your rights unless you are in custody and they are questioning you. They are also free to inventory the car. They...

Do I need an lawyer to file an appeal & or should I file an appeal?

I would not appeal on your own. It is a very complex procedure with very strict guidelines. She has the constitutional right to a lawyer appointed...

Can I get my owi charges dropped or reduced?

Assuming you were arrested in the county from where this email originates, I will qualify my answer by stating I do not practice law there as I am...

I paid a bond for my son and 2 months later the charges were dropped. Does the bondsman have to return my money?

No. Chances are you paid the bondsman 10% of what the actual bond was. That is his fee. If you chose, you could have paid the entire bond amount in...

Is it legal for your attorney to forge your signature on the back page of a Verified Motion For Continuance Hearing?

That's a real problem for the lawyer. As far as action, you can reported to the state disciplinary commission. Before you do, you may want to...

I was recently arrested for the first time and charged with a felony 6 and am not sure what I should do. How do I proceed?

In line with what the other attorneys have said, you do need to secure your own lawyer, or request a public defender if you cannot afford one,...

In Indiana there is no requirement to submit to SFST's or a PBT. There is no issue there. Also, in Indiana a LEO needs probable cause to offer a...

My boyfriend is 19 and I'm 15,my mom is completely okay with our relationship. can he get in trouble for the age difference?

The legal age of consent is 16. Right now, assuming you're sexually active, he's at risk for major felony prosecution for the offense of sexual...

What is the age of consent in IN?

16 is the age of consent in Indiana. If he were your teacher or in some position of authority over you, he could be charged with a crime.