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Madison County Conviction for Possession of Marijuana Reversed

An Anderson, Indiana man’s convictions for possession of marijuana and maintaining a common nuisance were reversed when the Court of Appeals held that the State failed to prove the man had ...

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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 ...

Livestock, Livestock Laws, Livestock at Large, Poultry Laws, Livestock Containment, Indiana Farmers
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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 ...

Residential Entry, Consent, Intent
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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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Jasper County, Indiana Possession of Cocaine Conviction Reversed

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a Lafayette, Indiana man’s conviction for possession of cocaine in Jasper County. The defendant was stopped for speeding on I-65 near Rensselaer. The officer observed that the defendant appeared nervous and was sweating and shaking his legs. During the traffic ...

Drugs, Possession, Cocaine, Reversed

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

Illegal Possession of Alcohol (Minor Consumption) Conviction Reversed for Overnight Guest

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed one partygoer’s conviction for Illegal Possession of Alcoholic Beverages (Minor Consumption) due to her status as an overnight guest and a police officer’s unlawful entry into the social host’s backyard. Two officers were investigating a noise violation for ...

Possession, Drinking, Minor Consumption, Alcohol

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

Fort Wayne Possession of Cocaine Conviction Reversed

The Indiana Court of Appeals has reversed a Fort Wayne man’s conviction for Possession of Cocaine. Allen County officers went to a residence in Fort Wayne to serve the defendant with a warrant on a failure to appear for misdemeanor possession of marijuana charges. When the police arrived, the ...

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Articles about Possession

February 14, 2019

Madison County Conviction for Possession of Marijuana Reversed
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July 22, 2016

Roommates and Constructive Possession: A Potential Defense to Drug Charges in Indiana
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July 18, 2016

Evidence of Spice, Ecstasy Possession Suppressed: Court Upholds “Right to Walk Away”
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June 08, 2016

Possession of Spice, Synthetic Drugs Carries Harsher Penalties Than Marijuana
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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 22, 2014

Entrapment Defense Reduces Class A Felony Dealing Cocaine Conviction
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April 24, 2014

What Happens if I Am Arrested for Underage Drinking in West Lafayette, Indiana?
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April 01, 2014

Jasper County, Indiana Possession of Cocaine Conviction Reversed
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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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November 22, 2013

Illegal Possession of Alcohol (Minor Consumption) Conviction Reversed for Overnight Guest
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November 13, 2013

Noble County Possession of Marijuana Conviction Reversed for Passenger in Vehicle
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November 03, 2013

Fort Wayne Possession of Cocaine Conviction Reversed
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