What Happens If You Can’t Pay Back Wire Fraud Restitution Indiana?
A wire fraud conviction almost always comes with a restitution order, and that number can run into six figures fast. If you can’t pay in full, the answer isn’t “pay up or go to prison.” Judges set payment plans based on what you can afford,…
What Counts as Securities Fraud Under Indiana and Federal Law?
Securities fraud under Indiana and federal law generally involves knowingly lying about important facts, or leaving out facts that make a statement misleading, in connection with buying or selling an investment, whether that’s stock, a bond, or, in some cases, a promissory note. Being contacted…
Protective Order vs. No-Contact Order in Indiana: What’s the Difference?
Two people can get handed court paperwork on the same afternoon in Indiana and walk away with two completely different legal problems. A protective order and a no-contact order sound similar, but they come from different courts, different people, and different rules about who controls…
How Child Molestation Investigations Work in Indiana?: Process Overview
A call from a Department of Child Services (DCS) caseworker or a knock from a detective can upend a family in minutes. This guide walks through the Indiana child molestation investigation process, from the first report to the prosecutor’s charging decision, and explains when to…
Can a Domestic Battery Charge Be Expunged in Indiana?
A domestic battery conviction in Indiana does not have to follow you forever. Whether you can expunge a domestic battery in Indiana depends on how the offense was charged, whether anyone was seriously hurt, and what else is on your criminal record. Can a Domestic…