On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Sep 11, 2020 | Criminal Defense
One of the rights law enforcement officers alert you to upon arrest is the right to an attorney. You may wonder how this works and why you have this right. The right to an attorney comes from the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Basic details The...
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Sep 8, 2020 | Criminal Defense
An Indiana conviction for operating while intoxicated has the potential to change your life in many ways. You may have to spend time in jail and pay a substantial amount in fines. You may also have to install an ignition interlock device on your car. If you are a...
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | May 7, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Indiana drug convictions carry serious consequences. If you find yourself facing a conviction for drug sales, drug possession or similar charges, you may face jail time, hefty fines, substance abuse treatment obligations and other possible penalties. However, if your...
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Apr 27, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Talking too much to officers is a mistake many people make after being arrested. Not only does talking increase the chances that you will provide officers with evidence to use against you, but there is also a chance that you may make things worse on yourself....
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Feb 5, 2020 | Criminal Defense
How much marijuana is too much in Indiana? Any amount? Well, it’s not that simple. With drug reform and decriminalization sweeping through other states, the line between legal and illegal has blurred. Buying in the next state over might be perfectly legal there,...
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Jan 14, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Much debate may exist among people in Greenfield about exactly how much freedom law enforcement officials should be afforded when attempting to enforce the law. Many might say that as long as they are able to halt what appears to be (or could potentially lead to)...
On behalf of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP | Nov 8, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Indiana has two types of robbery charges. When a defendant’s charge is taking property from another through the use of force, fear or intimidation, Indiana classifies the robbery as a Level 5 felony. Upon conviction, punishment may include a fine of up to $10,000 and...
| Jun 10, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you are pulled over by law enforcement officials while driving in Indiana, it is likely that you will feel quite frustrated and defensive, even if you have done nothing wrong. You may be resistant to complying with what officers ask of you during this time,...
| May 3, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you have been found to be driving under the influence of alcohol in Indiana, you will be subject to the consequences of an OWI. This will mean that you will face a driving suspension, a fine and potentially jail time. However, the state of Indiana has recognized...
| Apr 2, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you have been accused of vandalism, you may immediately deny the charges because you never engaged in graffiti. However, the offense of vandalism has a very broad meaning, and you could be found guilty of it by engaging in a number of different acts. Being found...
