Carl Arthur Salzmann

Carl Arthur Salzmann

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 44 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Bloomington, IN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Juvenile

120 West 7th Street Ste 106, Bloomington, IN

About Carl

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 44 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1981

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Salzmann Law

120 West 7th Street Ste 106, Bloomington, IN, 47404

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Carl Arthur Salzmann's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by AA | September 24, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Call someone who cares

Much like the other review, I hired him for OWI. I found in my dealings with Mr. Salzmann that he does NOT care one bit about you or your case. He made that obvious by asking stuff he should know and I think he only skimmed over my police report once. He will act interested until you pay him and t...hen you won't hear back except to get a crappy plea offer. I suggest you go with a PD if u have limited funds.

Posted by Joe | July 03, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Excellent Criminal Attorney

Carl Salzmann is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I found him to be very responsive to my needs and questions and he has a through knowledge of the law and the criminal justice system in Indiana. I was refered to him by another attorney who specialzes in DUI cases in Ohio and Carl did a great ...job for me. If you need a criminal defense attorney in Bloomington, Indiana I would reccomend you call Carl.

Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Amazing lawyer. Wouldn't choose anyone else.

Mr. Salzmann was a great lawyer. He was very knowledgable in the field of OWI and walked me through the entire process. He was always available and reasonably priced as well.

Posted by James | May 11, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Straight talk I can understand

Carl has helped me with all kinds of situations. From traffic tickets to legal advise on what options I have in many different situations. I am thankful of an attorney that explains things in a way I can understand. If he does not know a course of action for a particular problem he has several people... he knows with expertise for your problem. I would recommend him as an advisor as well as lawyer. He tells it like it is and explains what you can do to solve your problem.

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Great job!

It's hard to find an attorney to answer his phone on weekends. Mr. Salzmann answered his own phone on Sunday! Very honest, even told me I didn't need to pay an attorney because I would be eligible for something called Pretrial Diversion if I just wanted to pay the fees and told me how to do it. I'...m impressed.

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Carl Arthur Salzmann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Simon Patry

Litigation lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Carl and I had the opportunity to discuss a client. He demonstrated something that is important, caring about his client. It has been my experience that an attorney that cares about his clients, like Carl, provide thoughtful advice that goes beyond the law."

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Matthew Konecky

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I had an opportunity to intern at his office prior to law school. In addition, we have been able to discuss legal issues concerning one of his clients in the State of Florida. I am personally aware he has a strong understanding of criminal defense law especially in Southern Indiana."

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Jacob Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carl is an excellent defense attorney with a wealth of experience. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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David Mottley

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has an outstanding reputation throughout Indiana."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Aggressive, knowledgeable, and talented litigator."

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Eid Qaqish

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Salzmann is highly knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense and a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Guy Haskell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Carl has an extraordinary amount of experience in criminal law, having served as Monroe County Prosecutor for many years and now as a criminal defense attorney. Carl is knowledgeable, fair, experienced and is a highly respected attorney in the legal community. I recommend him without reservation."

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Joel Hand

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Carl for more than a decade and I have always found him to be knowledgeable, honest, fair & responsive. He is an excellent attorney and a better human being."

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Joseph Hankins

Juvenile law lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a solid understanding the the law, and how IRS regulations can affect a particular situation. These skills are imperative to negotiating a legally sound agreement."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Scoreboard Sponsor Appreciation, WGCL/Monroe County High School Sports

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Distinguished Service, Monroe County Board of Commissioners

2003

Haines Turner Award, Citizens for Community Justice, Inc

1998

Best Parade Theme Float, 4th of July Parade Association

1985

Hall of Fame - Heroism, American Red Cross

1976

Honor Graduate, I.U. Police Academy

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Salzmann Law

2007 - 2014

Judge Pro Tem, Monroe Circuit Court

1995 - 2006

Elected Prosecutor, Monroe County Prosecutor

1989 - 1991

Paralegal Program Chair, Ivy Tech Community College

1987 - 1994

Attorney, Salzmann & Associates

1985 - 1987

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Monroe County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Indiana Public Defender Council

Member

2002 - Present

Acacia Fraternity

Member

1986 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

Education

1981

Indiana University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Indiana-Purdue University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Guest Speaker

Things that disappear in an emergency

2014

Guest Speaker

How to be a good scout

2013

Criminal Justice Class

Racial Justice in America

2013

Annual Training Seminar

Legal Update Laws/Statutes

2012

Annual Training Seminar

Legal Update Laws/Statutes

2009

Annual Speaker

Identity Theft-How NOT to be a Victim

1995

Graduation Ceremony

Graduation Address

Publications

2013

Salzmann Law Blog Know Your RIghts

Languages

English

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