Will new criminal case code revisions apply to people going to trial this month?

No. The code revisions will not go into effect until July 1, 2014, and only apply to offenses committed on or after July 1, 2014.

What's the penalty for "shack up law" in the state of indiana

I am not aware of any "shack up law" in Indiana. Could you please explain what it is that you are asking? As another attorney stated, if you're...

Is it true that i can get my citation for failure to maintain a lane dismissed because I am unable to testify against myself?

Your question doesn't make any sense. While it's true that you can't be forced to testify against yourself, you weren't responsible for bringing...

Do I need a lawyer

Yes, you need a lawyer. Any time you're dealing with the criminal justice system, you need a lawyer to act on your behalf to get the best outcome....

I have fondled a child and I was wondering what kind of time I could get for admitting this. My wifw doesnt want me to go to jai

First, stop discussing this on the computer, NOW. Second, go hire an attorney, NOW. Third, the possible range of sentences could be anywhere...

Can you press charges days later if you got a text that said I got a gun and will use it and they came to your house without 1

Although not impossible, it's pretty difficult to get the police interested in an alleged criminal act when you contact them "days later".

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First OWI with BAC of .12. Spotless driving record (no tickets, nothing). Could medical condition be to blame for BAC?

Yes, you absolutely need an attorney. DUI offenses are rarely deferred or changed by prosecutors due to the political implications of allowing a...

Is a Class C felony for intimidation from 2006 eligible for indiana's 2nd chance Law?

The offense is eligible, but because it is a Class C Felony it is discretionary with the judge who hears the case whether to grant your petition. ...

Can I address Fact of Findings by the Court entered on Jan. 17, 2013 if I have new information to support my earlier testimony?

This is a family law question, not a criminal defense question. I've added a family law tag so that it'll get posted to that board, too, and...

How can I go about getting my warrant dropped for something that happened years ago and it wasn't my fault but I evaded court?

You can try and contact a lawyer in the county where the warrant was issued to see if it's possible to have the warrant recalled, but you haven't...