Do I need a criminal defense attorney?

Just because one employee stole something does not necessarily prove that another employee stole something. If this employee stopped going to work...

Under Ind. Code § 34-26-1-5(b), which governs injunctions and restraining orders generally, the order or injunction may be modified if the proper...

Pleading guilty to federal charges next week; may face state charges on unrelated crime before sentencing.

A sentencing judge is allowed to take almost any information into account before sentencing. It is up to your lawyer to argue against a judge...

Is there any jail time for first time offenders of a simple assault?

Your mention of “simple assault” sounds like what Indiana defines as “Battery.” Check out Ind. Code § 35-42-2-1 for a definition of that crime. ...

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Is it harder to prove federal fraud or federal embezzlement charges?

As my colleague just stated, there are specific pieces of information that must be proved. The specifics for each crime are set out in the...

Can I sue the school district for personal injury?

As my colleague answered, you should contact a local attorney to discuss your rights. I want to add that you should act quickly. It is important...

I am the Defendant in a criminal / motor vehicle case. My Lawyer withdrew only hours prior to my trial. What are my options?

You are entitled to have a lawyer at your trial. You should ask the judge to postpone the trial until you find an attorney. If you cannot afford...

Can an unpreserved equal privileges or due process claim be made in direct appeal?

There are certain rights that are deemed fundamental rights. If a trial court denies a fundamental right, the appeals court may allow you to argue...

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Can i be charged with assault or battery?

As my colleague stated, this meets the definition of a crime. My advice is that you speak to noone but an attorney about this matter. A good...

There is a new expungement law in Indiana that allows people to restrict access to arrest and conviction records and to be able legally to deny the...