January 2019

When a defendant pleads guilty to any crime in the State of Indiana, they either must be informed in writing, in person, or by video of the constitutional rights they waive by pleading guilty. That’s an important step in someone taking responsibility for their actions, as the United States and Indiana Constitutions demand a complete understanding of what you are entitled to in your defense. And, thus, when you plead guilty, you are waiving the…

In Indiana, and many other states for that matter, when someone is charged with murder they are normally held without bond.  This generally seems inconsistent with a system that presumes someone is innocent.  Being held in jail pending trial when you know you have been wrongfully charged can be incredibly frustrating, many times leading to severe bouts of depression. I.C. 35-33-8-2 states, “Murder is not bailable when the proof is evident or the presumption is…