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Q: If videos are used as evidence on an alledged control buy on date 7/23/2023 should all videos have same date

videos are used as evidence on an alledged control buy on date 7/23/2023 some videos have the date as 7/23/23, 7/24/23, and Jan 09 2019 how can this be used as evidence if the dates are this way

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Q: son wrecked his atv by hitting an embankment and destroying a county road sign. he laid in field unconscious for hrs.

before he crawled to road and neighbor called his wife and took him to hospital. he broke his back in 2 places. prosecutor charged him with leaving scene of accident. suspended his license and gave him 6 months probation. am I to believe that everyone involved in wreck that goes to hospital is... View More

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Q: Will I have a warrant for my arrest if I’m charged with a different charge out of a different county, but same arrest?

When I was arrested by the county officers of where I reside at, possession was found. I was transported to another county for a charge of burglary. I bonded out and I’m waiting to go to my pretrial conference. The county where I reside filed charges for the possession. Is that in violation of my... View More

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Q: Is it legal for a person that wasn't a tenant to pit hidden cameras in my house?

She was my sons girlfriend, je went to jail she wouldn't leave. She was never told she could stay at my house, she would just spend a night or 2 here and there but that was it. I finally had to get an eviction. When she left I found out she had hidden camera in my basement where she stayed... View More

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Q: Have a criminal case that has multi issues and has became even more. I would prefer phone or video to make sure that not

The county that allegedly things took place due to the power positions that are also in hand.

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Q: If a home owner invited me to stay the night and then I got back after they went to work. Is that proof of burglary?

They invited me to stay the night and the next the morning when they went to work, they gave me VERBAL consent saying I was allowed to be there while they were gone. She claims she didn’t and is now claiming she is missing a couple thousand dollars worth of jewelry. (Which was never found on me... View More

Adam J Elmore
Adam J Elmore
answered on Jul 19, 2024

I cannot give you legal advice without doing a conflict check in my firm, but I can direct you to the statute. To be convicted of burglary the State would need to prove a person was unlawfully in the home, and they also need to prove the person's intent to commit another crime. Here is the... View More

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Q: My Boykin rights were violented which lead to 3 years of imprisonment. I need to find a lawyer in Indiana

That specializes in court cases in Boykin rights.

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Q: How do I get the paper to waive reinstatement fee
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Q: My husband is in jail in Rockville Indiana for something he did not do I have breast cancer I can't afford to get him ou

So he can be home with me to help me with my Breast cancer

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Q: FIrst question: Does Kentucky see court info from other states? If 100000 bond imply they have strong evidence?

He was arrested in powell county KY for shooting at two minors and hitting one in a believed to be drug related. Suspect was with kentucky girlfriend at time of shooting. Suspect still married to an indiana resident with divorce in process. He has a felony and has been arrested and in trouble in... View More

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Q: I'm listed as 5'10 and 260lbs,reality is I'm over 6'4 about 190. Also my middle is incorrect. Can case be dismissed?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 8, 2024

If the identity of the individual who committed the crime is in dispute, the discrepancy in the physical description could be powerful evidence in securing an acquittal. But, standing alone, that is not strong enough to secure a pretrial dismissal in the absence of other evidence that they... View More

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Q: Sold a truck to friend with a verbal agreement. They came and took the truck, haven't paid, won't respond. What do I do

After down payment was made, I gave them one set of keys, NOTHING more. It's been two months, they have came and took the truck without my consent, won't pay or respond.

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Q: Ina criminal case involving narcotics. What can be done if the evidence put into pizza box

All evidence was placed into a pizza box that officers retrieved from gas station. Defendent himself heard several people, both police and citizen, excitedly ask for some of pizza. Is there policies to handling evidence in a more secure way.

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Q: Can someone be charged with unlawful possession of a syringe if there was no drugs found and the syringe was new?

I pled guilty to a drug charge 2 years prior

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Q: My question is about the legality of petmitless carry of a concealed handgun in the state of Indiana

I live in Grant County which happens to be a 2nd amendment sanctuary county that protects its citizens from federal gun laws when they are not included in Indiana firearm laws. Under the new permit less carry law of Indiana, am I allowed to conceal carry if I have a non violent felony drug... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Animal / Dog Law for Indiana on
Q: I got into an accident may 25/26 got incarcerated for 8 days. My dog was taken from accident my animal control.

On the paper work says nothing about euthenization but they keep telling ne she was. My strong belief is they adopted or fostered her out. That is my dog I need her she is federally registered ESA Mine Noone else's. They keep lieong to me and the story changeds I have been there numerous time... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jul 2, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. It sounds like you've been through a traumatic experience and are very concerned about your dog. Let's break this down and consider your options:

1. Documentation: First, gather all paperwork related to your dog, including her...
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Q: Grandson found cell phone on floor at dq and kept it is it stealing
Andrew L. Bennett
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answered on Jun 11, 2024

It is Conversion, both civilly and criminally as he is depriving the owner of its value and use.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: Fui acusado por delito menor tipo A en Indiana Que cargos puede recaer sobre mi

Puedo seguir con el permiso de trabajo

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Entiendo su preocupación. Aquí hay información general sobre su situación:

1. Cargos por delito menor tipo A en Indiana:

- La pena máxima suele ser hasta 1 año de cárcel y una multa de hasta $5,000.

- Los cargos específicos dependerán del delito cometido.

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