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Key Takeaways Indiana law requires drivers to stop, identify themselves, and render aid after any accident. Failing to stop after a crash involving property damage is a Class B misdemeanor in Indiana. A hit-and-run resulting in bodily injury escalates to a Class A misdemeanor. Moderate or serious bodily injury elevates the offense to a Level 6 felony with prison exposure. Death or catastrophic injury from a hit-and-run carries a Level 4 felony charge. Financial consequences…

Did you and or a loved one receive a sentence you’re unhappy with or feel is unjust? A sentence modification may be an option! Key Takeaways Indiana’s criminal laws controlling sentence modification are regulated under Indiana Code 35-38-1-17. A sentence modification allows the trial court to reduce or modify a previously imposed sentence. Prosecutorial discretion plays a key role in the modification process and is required for those convicted of violent crimes. There are constraints…

Key Takeaways Indiana residents are not legally required to open the door or speak to police without a warrant. Police may knock on your door without a warrant under the knock-and-talk doctrine. A valid warrant must be signed by a judge and describe the place to be searched. Exigent circumstances, consent, and hot pursuit allow warrantless entry in limited situations. Remaining calm, silent, and requesting an attorney protects your rights during a police encounter. A…

Voluntary departure is a form of relief available in immigration proceedings that allows certain noncitizens to leave the United States on their own accord within a specified period of time, rather than being formally removed (deported) by the government. While it may appear straightforward, voluntary departure carries significant legal and practical consequences that should be carefully considered. What Is Voluntary Departure? Voluntary departure is a discretionary form of relief authorized under the Immigration and Nationality…

Key Takeaways Spitting on another person qualifies as battery under Indiana law, not merely a social offense. Indiana Code 35-42-2-1 classifies spitting on someone as a Class B misdemeanor at minimum. Charges escalate to a felony when a serious or communicable disease is involved. A conviction carries fines, jail time, and long-term consequences for employment and housing. Early legal intervention shapes how prosecutors evaluate and resolve battery charges. Spitting on another person is not just…

Key Takeaways Indiana courts issue warrants when defendants miss required court appearances. A bench warrant remains active until the court recalls or resolves it. Failure to appear may also bring fines, license suspension, or new charges. Voluntary court appearance may receive a different response than arrest. An attorney may request a hearing and seek warrant recall or reasonable release. Facing an active warrant often brings urgency, confusion, and real concern about arrest. Many people start…

Many young people have roommates, and some of those roommates may use, deal, or otherwise possess illegal drugs. Some may wonder if they can get in trouble for drugs their roommate has in their possession. You can’t always control what a roommate does! Others aren’t necessarily in a financial position to be picky about who they live with. Well just because your roommate has or uses drugs, does not necessarily mean you can get in…

Key Takeaways Form I-765 gives certain noncitizens a path to request lawful work authorization. Approval may result in an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), depending on eligibility category. Eligibility ties to immigration classification rather than geographic location. USCIS may issue receipt notices, Requests for Evidence, or other follow-up notices during review. For many applicants relying on Form I-765, acceptable employment authorization documentation is generally required before beginning work. For many people in Indianapolis, questions about what…