Let’s start with some good news—there’s been a sharp decline in total violent crime statistics in the US. Between 1993 and 2018, the total number of violent crimes fell by 51%! This data was collected by the FBI, and included robberies, assaults, and incidents of rapes.
Just like every other state, Indiana regulates firearm possession for the safety of its citizens. This is because while the Second Amendment grants individuals the right to possess firearms, this right is subject to certain terms and conditions.
Being on the wrong side of the law is a terrifying situation. But it’s even worse when you have no way of getting out of jail as you await trial. But this is exactly what happens if you’re arrested and don’t have money to post bail.
Getting arrested is a scary experience. It puts your hard-earned reputation at risk, and other than that, it may also put you in a financial crunch. And we haven’t even mentioned the legal expenses and extended court appearances! In short, it’s a lot of trouble.
If you’re not sure about what public defenders are, they’re attorneys appointed by the state or federal government to provide legal representation to individuals who have been criminally charged, or require assistance in certain civil matters, but cannot afford to hire private attorneys for some reason. Continue reading
The United States incarcerates more individuals than any other nation in the world. In 2016, the jails and prisons of the country held around 2.2 million inmates, with another 4.5 million being held in other correctional facilities. In other words, 1 out if every 38 American adults were in some type of correctional facility. Continue reading
When looking for an attorney, most of us find one based on the fees they charge. But that can’t be the only factor that determines whether an attorney is a good fit. You also need to look into other factors such as their credibility, experience, and ability to tackle your case. Continue reading
Posting bail on a pre-trial basis in Indiana is not as hard as it sounds. There are two reasons why we make this claim: Continue reading
If you’ve landed in some legal trouble, the three main stakeholders are the judge, your attorney, and the bail bond agent. Each of them has an instrumental role to play in guaranteeing your bail and consequently, paving the way for a positive outcome. Continue reading
Legally, the state has little to no right to tell you that you can’t travel in or out of the state. However, when you’re out on bail and wish to travel, state rules apply! Continue reading
