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It may surprise you to learn that telling a lie under oath is considered one of the most serious charges you can face in the state of Indiana. Known as perjury, the consequences that follow a conviction for lying under oath could be life-altering. Understanding your rights and how perjury laws in Indiana work…

Although you might have assumed shoplifting was a minor offense, Indiana law says differently. If you are accused of shoplifting, the penalties could be more serious than you were expecting. You are going to need a compelling theft defense or work out a plea with the district attorney if you hope to avoid some of the…

There has been much discussion in recent years regarding the potential health benefits of psilocybin in small doses. Also commonly referred to as magic mushrooms, lawmakers have started to take notice. While the state is not ready to legalize mushrooms for recreational use, you can still donate to fund further research so psilocybin can…

After being taken into police custody, you will need to be arraigned. During arraignment, you will enter your plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. If you plead not guilty, your future trial date will be set. The judge will also need to determine whether bail should be granted and, if so, how…

One of the most serious criminal charges you can be accused of committing in Indiana is assaulting a police officer. There is no way to reduce these charges to a less serious misdemeanor, as assaulting a police officer is almost always tried as a violent felony. If convicted, you could spend the rest of…

The consequences of a drug crime conviction may be devastating. If you are found guilty, you could be facing years in prison, substantial fines, and probation or parole restrictions upon your release. The collateral consequences, including the potential loss of child custody or visitation rights, or the suspension of your professional license, could continue…