Many people (or loved ones) call our office after being convicted of or sentenced for a crime. They want to know what, if anything, may be done to undo what has occurred or to minimize the effects. Occasionally we receive calls from people with similar questions about various types of civil cases. For example, decisions by a judge in a divorce case or in some other type of case are often challenged. In this blog…
Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility that property owners and occupiers have to ensure the safety of their premises for visitors, guests, or customers. In Indiana, as in most states, this responsibility extends to ensuring that the property is free from hazardous conditions that could potentially cause injury. A premises liability case arises when someone is injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property. In Indiana, actual and constructive notice are two ways to…
Split Sentence is a type of criminal sentencing where a defendant serves part of their time in jail or prison, followed by probation or supervised release. This approach balances punishment with rehabilitation, helping individuals reintegrate into society under strict oversight. At Banks & Brower, located at 8770 Purdue Road in Indianapolis, our experienced attorneys are dedicated to securing fair outcomes for our clients and their families. What is Split Sentencing in an Indianapolis Criminal Case?…
If your driving privileges have been suspended, you may still be eligible to regain limited driving rights through a hardship license. Knowing how to get a hardship license in Indiana is essential if you want to continue driving legally for work, school, or other critical responsibilities. At Banks & Brower, we understand how critical it is to get back on the road and can guide you through the legal process of obtaining a hardship license…
If you or a loved one has been charged with a dealing in drugs case, it can be an extremely scary and intimidating process. From understanding the nuances of possession versus dealing to navigating the potential consequences of cultivating substances like marijuana, these situations require careful legal evaluation. This includes being charged with dealing in marijuana, dealing in a narcotic drug, dealing in cocaine, dealing in heroin, dealing in meth, or any of the multitude…
It is not unusual for people who share a child who are in the process of a custody dispute to have differences arise. Many times, during a custody proceeding, those emotions can run high and can become exacerbated to the point that one parent talks negatively about the other parent to other individuals and even to the child. When that happens, you may be asking whether or not the court can intervene to limit the…
In the realm of property crimes, the terms robbery, burglary, theft, and conversion are often confused and used interchangeably. However, each of these crimes has its own unique definitions, characteristics, and penalties, which is why understanding the differences between these crimes is crucial. This blog explores those distinctions. Burglary Under Indiana Code 35-43-2-1, burglary is defined as the act of breaking and entering the building or structure of another with intent to commit a felony…
Simply put, yes!!! While most people have heard of Indiana’s Second Chance Law, which allows you to expunge convictions and arrests, sadly, a lot of people have no clue that there are quite a few exceptions to the rule. Below is a concise list of the crimes and/or scenarios that do NOT qualify for expungement. If you or a loved one are looking at getting a record expunged, contact the experienced Expungement Attorneys at Banks &…
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