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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Appeals / Appellate Law for Indiana on
Q: What's the possible outcome of me getting pulled over again?

Have class A misdemeanor for driving while suspended. Got pulled over again for no brake light. Drove because friend was sick & needed help to translate to English. I didn't get arrested. I got a ticket for court after made to exit vehicle. I was put on good behavior for the other one I... View More

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answered on May 8, 2023

Driving offenses can stack up quickly if one is not careful. Generally speaking, the progression moves from multiple driving while suspended as an infraction, to multiple driving while suspended as a misdemeanor, then being declared a Habitual Traffic Violator as a felony offense. Do whatever you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: My fiance is in jail in Fulton county Indiana on a level 3 Dealing in meth felony charge he's been in jail since July

2022 his court appointed lawyer has done nothing for him so he reported her to Indiana supreme court's he has no bond and does not want to go to jury trial his next court date is July 19 he has been asking his lawyer for rehab program we have paid for and gotten a acceptance letter for one but... View More

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Aaron J. Harshman
answered on May 8, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about your fiancé's situation.

First, do anything reasonable to establish communication with his current attorney so you can understand what work he is doing on the case. Many times, it is unclear what is happening on a case, and it is essential to establish...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: what should i do if im a minor getting charged with possesion of drugs
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Aaron J. Harshman
answered on May 8, 2023

Step 1 is to contact an attorney local to you. Do web searches or contact your local bar association and find out who can do a free consultation for you. Hopefully, you and your parents or guardians can talk through the case to understand what your risks and options are.

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