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The Jake Laird law was enacted back in 2005 after Officer Timothy “Jake” Laird suffered fatal injuries in the line of duty. The Jake Laird law, also called the “red flag law,” aims to prevent individuals with mental health issues from accessing firearms when they have been deemed a danger to themselves or others….

The Brady Handgun Violence Protection Act, also known as the Brady Act or the Brady Bill, was enacted in 1993 and requires federal background checks to be conducted on all firearm purchases across the United States. The law was named for James Brady, who was injured in an assassination attempt against President Ronald Reagan…

If you have been accused of committing a domestic violence offense in Indiana, the consequences of a conviction could be devastating. Not only could you be subject to jail time and fines, but your reputation could be destroyed, and with a restraining order taken out against you, you could be removed from your home…

After being convicted of a criminal offense, you may be feeling discouraged. With a conviction on your criminal record, you may worry about how your future could be affected when you finally re-enter society. Fortunately, Indiana’s second chance law may give you an opportunity to put your past behind you. You may qualify for expungement or…

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…