Pat Down Search Held Illegal After Traffic Stop

The Indiana Court of Appeals has overturned a man’s conviction for possession of marijuana due to an illegal pat down search. The man was stopped for driving a vehicle without a seatbelt. The officer ...

Spencer Criminal Defense Attorney: Court Rules in Owen County

Facing your first arrest can be overwhelming, but in Spencer, Indiana, having the right criminal defense attorney familiar with Owen County local court procedures can make a world of difference. Owen County courts follow specific rules when it comes to evidence exchange. Within 21 days of your ...

Tongue Ring Challenge: OWI Breathalyzer Suppressed

An Indiana woman was pulled over by Indianapolis police and subjected to field sobriety tests, which she failed. Following this, the officer administered a breathalyzer test without requiring her to remove her tongue ring, despite noticing it. The woman's breath test result exceeded the legal ...

Search of Greene County Woman’s Purse Reversed

Greene County Sheriff’s Detectives executed a search warrant at a home in Newberry, Indiana. When officers arrived, the homeowner had four guests, two male and two female. Police officers found a purse in the living room. The officer searched the purse without knowing to whom it belonged. The owner ...

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” sign. Ignoring these indicators, the officers removed the cable and proceeded. When officers got ...

OWI Dismissed, Roundabouts Don’t Require Use of Turn Signal

An Indiana man’s convictions for operating while intoxicated, possession of paraphernalia, and possession of methamphetamines were dismissed after the court found that he was not required to use a turn signal to exit a roundabout. The man had entered a three-exit roundabout and exited without ...

Courts Must Adapt to a New Normal

The COVID-19 outbreak has forced courts to adapt to a health crisis while attempting to keep the justice system moving. Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has enacted a detailed plan for businesses to open that includes social distancing and safety measures. The Indiana Supreme Court has provided some ...

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September 09, 2009

Pat Down Search Held Illegal After Traffic Stop

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Spencer Criminal Defense Attorney: Court Rules in Owen County

Tongue Ring Challenge: OWI Breathalyzer Suppressed

Search of Greene County Woman’s Purse Reversed

Bloomington Appeal Overturns Marijuana Conviction

OWI Dismissed, Roundabouts Don’t Require Use of Turn Signal

Courts Must Adapt to a New Normal

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Pat Down Search Held Illegal After Traffic Stop