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Man Acquitted of Murder Files Wrongful Imprisonment Lawsuit

Former Vanderburgh County Director of Finance Sentenced to 1.5 Years in Federal Prison for Stealing Over $125,000 in Public Funds

Press Release - September 16, 2025

Between March 2016 and March 2021, Newman made approximately $60,028.66 in unauthorized purchases with the My Goals debit card. To conceal the theft, she arranged for the Prosecutor’s Office to make sham “donations” to the nonprofit by submitting false Accounts Payable Vouchers.

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When One Mistake Puts Your Freedom in the Hands of a Criminal Defense Lawyer

The Law Office of Vernon Brownlee - September 5, 2025

Moving forward means learning from the experience and taking control of what comes next.

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Trio Sentenced to Federal Prison for Stealing $520,910 in Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Funds

Press Release - August 25, 2025

“Stealing unemployment benefits meant to help people survive during one of the worst crises in modern history is both heartless and criminal,” said Tom Wheeler, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana.

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Duo Sentenced to Federal Prison for Armed Robbery of Speedway CVS

Press Release - August 22, 2025

Armed with guns, the pair entered the store and passed a note to an employee that read, “Open the register and nobody has to get hurt.”

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Why Seeking Legal Representation Is Crucial When Charged with Assault

Faraj Defence Lawyers - August 20, 2025

Choosing legal representation early in the process is an investment in your future.

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Fentanyl is Changing the Face of the Opioid Epidemic

Cracking Down on Fentanyl: Two Indianapolis Dealers Sentenced to Federal Prison

Press Release - August 18, 2025

“The fentanyl epidemic continues to claim lives across our country, and those who profit from its distribution will be held accountable,” said Tom Wheeler, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana.

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Anderson Man Sentenced for Impersonating Homeland Security Officer and Possessing Incendiary Bombs

Press Release - August 18, 2025

A forensic chemist testified the liquid inside each bottle was gasoline, and a destructive device examiner explained their intended design was to start and spread fire upon impact. Possessing such devices is a federal crime under laws regulating destructive devices.

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Rationale and Purposes of Criminal Law and Punishment in Transitional Contexts

RGZ Law - August 15, 2025

As the transitional societies make their way toward peace, the justice system, balanced by a good legal defence team, should be a source of hope and not fear.

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Drunk Driving Defendants Get No Sympathy in Court

Pub Crawl DUIs: Why Even ‘Just a Few Drinks’ Can Lead to an Arrest

Alers Law Firm - August 11, 2025

It is even possible to be charged with and convicted of drunk driving when your blood alcohol content was below the legal limit.

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Indianapolis Felon Sentenced to 175 Months’ Imprisonment for Machine Gun Possession and Mail Theft Scheme

Press Release - August 11, 2025

USPS-OIG agents also found additional stolen checks and money orders valued at more than $1.2 million.

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