Criminal Law

So the worst has happened.  The police have arrested you.  You are confused, scared, and shocked.  You don’t believe you have done anything wrong, but the police have built a case against you and now you are facing possible prison time.  Your very freedom is at stake.  When you are facing such a dilemma, you need a lawyer that is on your side.  But, how do you know who to hire?  What kind of things…

Batteries Aren’t Just Found in Your Junk Drawer The Indianapolis Criminal Defense Attorney’s at Banks & Brower have handled numerous cases involving the charge of battery. Many of us have been in a physical altercation of some type, if we admit it. Whether as a child, on the playground in middle school, with our sibling, our best friend, and, maybe, as an adult after a couple of drinks. Most people perceive a battery as a…

Am I In the Clear? Statute of Limitations on Criminal Offenses – We’ve all seen scenes out of Hollywood of actors running from police in fear of being arrested for bad behavior — and they are willing to risk it all for freedom. Putting aside the exaggerated plots you see in theaters, many people find themselves looking over their shoulders, metaphorically, in fear that criminal charges may be coming their way. That person may even…

How the Bonding Process Works in Criminal Cases: Almost everyone alive has heard of the words “bond” or “bail” as used in the criminal law setting. Many of us have heard about them while watching our favorite Western or Criminal Law show on TV — but did you know there are multiple types of bonds that can be ordered by a judge? Did you know that the level of bond can change from crime to…

Alleviating the Sting of a Felony Conviction Everyone knows that being convicted of a felony is one of the most difficult things a person can deal with in their life. Besides the fact that you can face hefty jail sentences, fines, and court ordered restrictions, there are other consequential impacts that many never think about — and most of the time they begin after you complete your sentence or court ordered requirements. After all, the…

Once Someone Has Been Arrested, What Are the Possible Penalties? Once someone has been arrested, they often experience a period of shock and disbelief. This initial reaction quickly turns into fear and concern about the potential penalties for the crime they are facing. It’s important to understand the possible consequences so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed. If you or someone you know has recently been charged with a crime, contact…