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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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Indiana Farmers Beware: The Little-Known Law That Could Land You in Jail!

Understanding Indiana Code IC 15-17-18-8: Running at Large of Livestock and Poultry If you’ve recently been arrested or charged under Indiana Code IC 15-17-18-8, understanding the specifics of this statute is crucial. This law pertains to the running at large of livestock and poultry, classifying ...

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Understanding Indiana Wildlife Hunting Regulations and Trespassing Laws

If you’ve been charged with a hunting-related crime in Indiana, it’s crucial to seek experienced legal help immediately. At Gibson Law Office, we have over 25 years of experience in criminal defense, providing dedicated representation to protect your rights. Our team includes Attorney Ashley ...

Trespassing, Hunting Crime, Hunting Regulations, Spencer Indiana Attorney, Indiana Hunting Laws, Hunting License Suspension
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Partying on Indiana's Lakes? What to Know About Boating While Intoxicated Laws

Indiana's lakes are a popular destination for summer fun, from water skiing and tubing to relaxing on a pontoon with friends. However, it's essential to be aware of Indiana's Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) laws, as a fun day on the water can quickly turn into a legal nightmare if you're not ...

Boating While Intoxicated, Boat Safety, Lake Monroe, Lake Freeman, Lake Laws
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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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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

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

Miranda Warning Required to Search for Marijuana in Lafayette and Crawfordsville Hotel Rooms

Hotel rooms are often full in Lafayette and nearby Crawfordsville, Indiana. Purdue and Wabash College draw out-of-town guests for academic conferences and football games. Hotel rooms can also become the location for late night parties where marijuana and other drugs could be present. If you were ...

Marijuana, Consent, Montgomery County, Crawfordsville, Illegal Search

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 14, 2014

Coincidence Fails to Establish Constructive Possession of Marijuana in Kokomo, Indiana Case
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January 07, 2014

Miranda Warning Required to Search for Marijuana in Lafayette and Crawfordsville Hotel Rooms
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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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