The legality of the traffic stop preceding your operating while intoxicated (OWI) arrest is crucial to your drunk driving charges. It could make or break the prosecution’s case against you. Therefore, it helps to understand the fine line between a legal and illegal...
An Indiana law that took effect this year has caused controversy and lawsuits from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), media organizations and others. It limits how close people can get to police without risking being charged with unlawful encroachment on an...
There are some chemicals that – while not advertised or sold as drugs – can induce intoxication or euphoria when inhaled. Known as inhalants, these chemicals are available as household or work products, which makes them alarmingly easy to procure. Inhalants aren’t...
Every child endures divorce differently. Their age can influence how they comprehend their parents’ circumstances. Indiana law recognizes the impact of parents’ broken relationships on each child’s unique developmental and psychological needs. While no specific...
Parental Alienation Syndrome is a troubling phenomenon that occurs when one parent manipulates a child into having negative feelings and attitudes toward the other parent. It can be emotionally devastating for both the alienated parent and the child involved....
With pedestrian fatalities reaching an all-time high in 2021, recording roughly 20 deaths daily nationwide, the call for improved road safety is more pressing than ever. But this reality is mainly relevant in cities, as the volume of vehicles and urban dwellers...
Auto part theft isn’t a new crime trend. But in recent years, one part has been the target of so many thefts that the incidents have even made national headlines. Catalytic converters help neutralize the harmful components of an automobile’s smoke before it exits the...
Your driving privileges open you to countless opportunities. But maintaining them requires a commitment to obey the rules responsibly. So, once you commit a violation, you may face an operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge. Per Indiana laws, an OWI differs from a...
Public intoxication laws differ from state to state. You must understand Indiana's specific regulations to follow them correctly. Generally, drinking alcohol in public is not illegal, but problems can arise if your behavior endangers your safety or the safety of...
Arson, the act of intentionally setting fire to property, is a serious criminal offense. It can lead to substantial property damage, injuries and even loss of life. Indiana law treats arson with severe penalties that reflect the destructive nature of the crime....
