Many teenagers end up making mistakes that haunt them for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, young people may not have to deal with the consequences of such crimes by seeking an expungement. By filling out the proper forms and seeking the assistance of an...
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Are parents liable for a child’s DUI?
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Dec 22, 2017 | DUI Defense
Although Indiana has one of the lowest DUI rates in the country, there is still a sizable number of people who lose their lives each year as a result of drunk driving. In 2014, approximately 239 people died on Indiana roadways in alcohol-related crashes.Driving...
Can you face arrest with a BAC less than 0.08 percent?
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Dec 21, 2017 | DUI Defense
Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is one of the most dangerous things you can do. According to data collected by Indiana's DMV, nearly a third of fatal car accidents are a result of people with a blood alcohol content level higher than 0.08...
Going over data on underage drunk driving
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jul 21, 2017 | DUI Defense
A fact sheet which was published by the State of Indiana draws attention to some of the consequences of underage drunk driving. For example, those accused of DUI in Indianapolis may face harsh financial penalties, a prison term, and the loss of their driving...
Should we be skeptical of state crime labs?
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jul 20, 2017 | Criminal Defense
It is true that sometimes art “imitates” life, but it is interesting how art may influence how we live and perceive things as well. A perfect example is the television crime drama franchise “CSI.” Because of how detectives and various forensic...
Do we want our police to be shaming suspects before trial?
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jul 17, 2017 | Criminal Defense
When a young cosmetology student named Jaleel went to a house to style someone's hair, he happened to be there when police burst in and searched the place. Drugs were found on the premises, and Jaleel was caught up in the dragnet. Most of the charges against him were...
First-of-its-kind opioid court opens to get addicts help sooner
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jul 13, 2017 | Drug Charges
Health officials in Buffalo, New York, blamed 300 deaths last year on opioid addictions. That's more than twice the number of deaths just two years before. Among the 300 were a young couple who had just entered drug court last spring. They didn't make their second...
What happens when a teenager is caught drinking and driving?
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jul 11, 2017 | DUI Defense
Drinking and driving is a serious offense for anyone. In a report filed by the state of Indiana, over 4,000 DUIs were cited in 2015, which includes both misdemeanor and felony-level charges.Any type of DUI charge should be fought against. It becomes particularly...
Protecting your CDL license
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | Jun 15, 2017 | DUI Defense
Having a commercial driver’s license places drivers under a great deal of responsibility. Not only are drivers handling a larger vehicle on the road, but there are many more federal and state laws to which they must adhere when driving. Some traffic...
Criminal defense attorneys could help those charged with felonies
On Behalf of Sallee Law, LLC | May 30, 2017 | Criminal Defense
An Indiana sheriff is out of work after recently being charged with intimidation. The charge he faces is considered a felony. After his criminal defense attorney worked to lessen his charges, but prior to his sentencing, the sheriff made a statement to the court that...
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