March 2026

Key Takeaways Discovery allows the prosecution and defense to exchange evidence before trial. Indiana Criminal Rule 2.5 encourages both sides to share information without court involvement. Prosecutors must disclose exculpatory evidence under constitutional law. Early review of reports, witness statements, and forensic results strengthens defense strategy. Courts can enforce discovery rules and penalize parties who fail to comply. Criminal charges place your future under intense scrutiny, and every piece of evidence can influence the outcome….

Key Takeaways  Indiana’s criminal laws on deep-fake images are regulated under the Distribution of Intimate Images laws, I.C. 35-45-4-8(d).  Deep-fake material is AI edited or altered media that depicts an identifiable person doing or saying something they never did.  Sharing a deep-fake image portraying pornographic material is a Class A misdemeanor and a Level 6 felony if the accused has a prior conviction.  Possessing deep-fake pornographic material is not illegal, however…

Key Takeaways Burglary involves breaking and entering a building with intent to commit a felony or theft inside. Robbery involves taking property from a person through force, threats, or fear. Burglary centers on unlawful entry and intent. Robbery centers on force against a person. Burglary enhancements may involve a dwelling, bodily injury, or a deadly weapon. Robbery enhancements may involve a deadly weapon or bodily injury. Indiana residents often ask, what is the difference between…

One of the most confusing areas of U.S. immigration law involves “unlawful presence.” Many immigrants are surprised to learn that leaving the United States after accruing unlawful presence can trigger multi-year bars from returning. Understanding these rules is critical before making any travel or immigration decisions. What Is “Unlawful Presence”? “Unlawful presence” generally refers to time spent in the United States without legal authorization. Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), a person accrues unlawful…

In almost every single sex-based crime that is charged in Indiana, the stakes couldn’t be much higher. Whether someone is facing high fines, a lengthy prison sentence, a long-term sex registration, and/or the public stigma of a sex-based conviction, it is no wonder we receive so many calls on these types of cases. Many times peoples’ lives are on the line and they are desperate for guidance and help from an experienced Indianapolis Sex Crimes…