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Bloomington Appeal Overturns Marijuana Conviction

Officers in Bloomington were on the lookout for an individual unrelated to the defendant. In their search, they encountered a long driveway blocked by a cable, accompanied by a clear “No Trespassing” ...

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Charged with OWI While Parked? See How Courts Determine 'Operation' in Indiana.

Facing an Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charge in Indiana can be daunting, especially if you were arrested in a parked or non-moving vehicle. A crucial aspect of these cases is whether the accused was actually "operating" the vehicle as defined by Indiana law. This blog will explore various ...

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Understanding Residential Entry Charges and Defenses in Indiana

If you’ve recently been arrested on charges of residential entry in Indiana, it’s essential to understand the nature of the offense and the potential defenses available. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive overview of residential entry charges under Indiana law and discuss possible defenses ...

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Entrapment Defense in Indiana: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction The entrapment defense is a powerful tool for criminal defense attorneys, allowing defendants to argue that they were induced by law enforcement to commit a crime they would not have otherwise committed. This blog provides an in-depth look at the entrapment defense in Indiana, ...

Entrapment, Predisposition, Proof, Inducement
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Defending Identity Deception Charges in Indiana

Identity deception is a serious offense in Indiana, and understanding the legal framework is essential for anyone facing such charges. This blog provides an overview of identity deception under Indiana law, discusses potential penalties, outlines common defenses, and summarizes relevant case law to ...

Identity, Fraud, Deception
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Defending Trespass Charges in Indiana: A Comprehensive Guide

If you have been recently arrested or charged with criminal trespass in Indiana, understanding the law, potential penalties, and possible defenses is crucial. This blog provides a detailed overview of the trespass statute, discusses relevant case law, and offers practical advice for those facing ...

Trespass, Defense, Charges
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Expungement and Restoring Firearm Rights in Indiana

If you have a past conviction for domestic violence and are looking to restore your firearm rights for activities like hunting or personal protection, understanding Indiana’s legal framework is crucial. Expungement in Indiana can restore many of your civil rights, but there are specific provisions ...

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Marijuana Evidence Suppressed after Indiana Court Finds Consent to Search Invalid

Charges of possession of marijuana, dealing in marijuana, and maintaining a common nuisance were dismissed against an Indiana woman after the trial court found her consent to search her home was not freely and voluntarily given. Police went to the woman’s home after receiving a tip that she was ...

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Possession of Marijuana & Maintaining a Common Nuisance: The Roommate Defense

If you are arrested for possession of marijuana or maintaining a common nuisance in Indiana, you may have a defense if the State cannot prove that you had exclusive control over the location where marijuana or other drugs were found. If police obtain a search warrant and find illegal drugs in your ...

Drugs, Marijuana, Possession, Roommate, College

Expunge and Seal Your Marijuana Charges in Indiana

If you have been charged with possession of marijuana in Indiana, get your records sealed. Contact Gibson Law Office for more information about expunging and sealing criminal records. Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus.

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Coincidence Fails to Establish Constructive Possession of Marijuana in Kokomo, Indiana Case

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a Kokomo man’s convictions for possession of marijuana and visiting a common nuisance due to insufficient evidence. Officers saw a vehicle parked in the middle of the road with a person leaning in the driver’s side window. Believing this to be a drug deal, the ...

Marijuana, Common, Nuisance, Possession

Noble County Possession of Marijuana Conviction Reversed for Passenger in Vehicle

The Indiana Court of Appeals found that the State failed to prove a Noble County man was in constructive possession of marijuana. The defendant was the passenger in a vehicle, which was pulled over for a traffic violation. An officer detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, along ...

Evidence, Vehicle, Marijuana, Possession

Adams County Marijuana Evidence Suppressed

A person arrested for dealing methamphetamine in Adams County Indiana told a detective that she regularly purchased drugs from the defendant. The detective did not establish the source’s credibility or corroborate her statements when he obtained a search warrant. While searching the defendant’s ...

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Articles about Marijuana

October 12, 2023

Bloomington Appeal Overturns Marijuana Conviction
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July 26, 2019

Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Guide to 20th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos
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February 14, 2019

Madison County Conviction for Possession of Marijuana Reversed
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June 08, 2016

Possession of Spice, Synthetic Drugs Carries Harsher Penalties Than Marijuana
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April 20, 2016

Marijuana Arrests on the Rise in Lafayette, Indiana
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March 24, 2016

Hamilton County Dealing Marijuana Conviction Reversed
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August 05, 2014

Large Amount of Marijuana Not Enough to Prove Dealing Under New Indiana Law
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May 28, 2014

Marijuana Evidence Suppressed after Indiana Court Finds Consent to Search Invalid
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March 31, 2014

Possession of Marijuana & Maintaining a Common Nuisance: The Roommate Defense
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March 17, 2014

Expunge and Seal Your Marijuana Charges in Indiana
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March 14, 2014

Coincidence Fails to Establish Constructive Possession of Marijuana in Kokomo, Indiana Case
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November 13, 2013

Noble County Possession of Marijuana Conviction Reversed for Passenger in Vehicle
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October 24, 2013

Adams County Marijuana Evidence Suppressed
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