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Are universities responsible for campus crimes?

It is a question that arises many times whenever a student faces a security threat within campus premises. Even as adults, campus students remain the responsibility of the university, which means...

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Challenges associated with drugged driving

When it comes to driving or operating a motor vehicle under the influence, much of the focus is on alcohol. However, there are many other drugs that can also cause impairment. These substances are not...

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The most common campus crimes

College life should remain centered around education and growing socially. However, there are some instances where a mistake may result in charges that put your academic future in jeopardy.  Some...

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Are college campuses considered drug-free zones in Indiana?

Drug crimes are one of the most common crimes to occur on campus. In Indiana, there are strict laws when it comes to drug-free zones in the state, and the penalties are severe. While you may be well...

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Common stressors in a military marriage

According to Military.com, the active-duty divorce rate declined to approximately 3% in 2018. Yet, military marriages face distinct challenges as one spouse watches the other leave Indiana and head...

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Protecting yourself against debt liability in a divorce

When a married couple makes the painful decision to separate and to file for divorce, many difficult decisions must be made. At every turn, each person may need to remain highly aware of how to protect...

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A plea bargain may reduce the sentence for a felony theft charge

Indiana’s laws classify theft as a Class A misdemeanor when the amount taken is worth less than $750. Goods or cash worth more than $750, however, can lead to a felony theft charge and result in a...

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Do breath test devices yield accurate results?

Law enforcement officers in Indiana and throughout the country use roadside breath tests to measure your blood alcohol content level if they pull you over on suspicion of drinking and driving. Using...

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Stiff penalties for drunk driving in IN

One of the most amazing things about America is that there really is a state for everyone. Drive 50 miles in any direction and you may encounter a different landscape and culture of people. You may...

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Do breath test devices yield accurate results?

Law enforcement officers in Indiana and throughout the country use roadside breath tests to measure your blood alcohol content level if they pull you over on suspicion of drinking and driving. Using...

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Can I reduce taxes on my marital home sale?

If you and your spouse have decided to sell off the marital home as part of your divorce, you might find you can sell it for a large amount of money. This might seem like great news, but you may have...

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Drunk driving charges and health problems

Handling a DUI case is never easy, but in some cases, people facing DUI charges are in an especially difficult situation. For example, those who have serious health concerns often have an even harder...

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How do you divide art collections in divorce?

Thankfully, you and your current spouse can divorce amicably, which can make the process easier on you both. On the flip side, you collected art pieces during or before (perhaps both) your marriage,...

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How can a DUI affect college students?

Indiana college students like you may not know how to handle DUI charges. For you, this might act as a first offense. You may not have any knowledge on what to do next. You may even think that a first...

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Is it possible to remove a DUI conviction from your record?

A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol may stigmatize you for the rest of your life. After all, every time you apply for a job or try to rent a home, your conviction may show up in a...

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Military divorce and separation of benefits

Divorce impacts the function of retirement because courts often negotiate plans to allow both parties to access some of the benefits. For couples in Indiana, their decision to divorce will require an...

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What are some safety tips for incoming freshman?

Starting college is a huge milestone. For many students, this is the first time they are on their own and away from home. While college campuses strive to create a safe environment, they are not immune...

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Liquidation issues to watch out for during a divorce

When a couple decides to divorce, one of the toughest sets of decisions to work through is who gets what. During the marriage, the couple may have acquired assets together or a dependent spouse might...

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DUI charges and depression

Many hardships arise for those facing charges for allegedly driving under the influence, such as financial penalties, adjusting to life without the ability to drive, time behind bars and problems in...

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Penalties for OWI in Indiana

Indiana drivers can receive charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of at least 0.08% at the time of the arrest. The officer can also make an OWI arrest for...

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