Fishers woman charged with forging federal judge’s signature in bankruptcy case
Authorities allege the woman forged a document so it would appear that her debts had been resolved, allowing her to obtain a line of credit for her trucking business.
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Rokita maintains strong fundraising edge over Wells, with $2M in the bank
Still, the campaign for Democrat Destiny Wells expressed excitement about its fundraising totals for the period from July through September in the race for Indiana attorney general.
At debate, Indiana attorney general candidates spar over abortion and immigration
The fiery 20-minute debate between incumbent Republican Todd Rokita and Democrat Destiny Wells also focused on the role of the Attorney General’s Office.
Campaign to toss justices off Indiana Supreme Court countered by new PAC
A so-called “retention question” appears on the Nov. 5 election ballot, asking voters whether they want to keep Chief Justice Loretta Rush and Justices Mark Massa and Derek Molter on the state’s high court.
Web Exclusive: Bar association class to examine Fox Hollow Farm murders of gay men
Organizers hope the event will help the legal system better serve and understand the LGBTQ+ community.
State’s high court approves moves to address lawyer shortage
The court approved a new grant program for lawyers willing to commit to practice in areas of high legal need and embraced several other recommendations from a commission the court appointed to help find solutions to the state’s attorney shortage.
Jury returns guilty verdict in 2022 fatal Indianapolis shooting
A Marion County jury found Robert Reed Jr. guilty of murder Tuesday following a two-day trial for the fatal shooting of Sherry Wolfe.
Rokita requests execution date for murderer of Beech Grove police officer
This is the second death row inmate Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has sought an execution date for in recent months — ever since state officials ended their years-long struggle to secure a three-drug mix for executions and opted to use pentobarbital for lethal injections.
Three finalists selected for Allen Superior Court vacancy
The successful candidate will succeed Allen Superior Court Judge David Avery, who announced in May that he would retire at the end of this year.
Seven candidates to interview for Indiana Court of Appeals vacancy
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission will interview seven candidates in October for an upcoming Indiana Court of Appeals vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Terry Crone.
Shift to online continuing education causing financial crunch for some bar associations
For years, some local bar associations depended on revenue generated from their in-person classes. But now they are looking for ways to adjust.
Push to end statute of limitations for sex crimes brings support, hesitancy
In Indiana, the majority of sex crimes have a five-year statute of limitation, with exceptions granted for newly discovered DNA evidence, a recording or a confession.
Web Exclusive: Holcomb appointment leads to Marshall County’s first female judge
Janette Surrisi is the first woman to serve as a judge in Marshall County in its 189 years.
Ex-Gary police officer federally indicted for allegedly enticing a minor, possessing child porn
A former Gary police officer was arrested last week on federal criminal charges after allegedly enticing a minor to produce and record sexually explicit conduct.
Indiana Supreme Court to hear arguments in CHINS case
The Indiana Supreme Court will be hearing oral arguments in November for a child in need of services case after determining it merited a hearing.
Constitution Day lecture focuses on relevance of 26th Amendment
Constitutional rights litigator and election law scholar Yael Bromberg said the future implications of the amendment that gave 18-year-olds the right to vote are still unwritten.
Psychiatric hospital committed medical negligence, complaint alleges
A complaint filed last week with the Indiana Department of Insurance alleges gross violations of care at an Indianapolis behavioral health facility.
Execution date set for Allen Co. murderer
The Indiana Supreme Court set the date for inmate Joseph E. Corcoran’s death Wednesday.
Monroe Circuit Court denies permanent injunction against state’s abortion law
The Monroe Circuit Court denied a motion Wednesday morning for a permanent injunction against Indiana’s near-total ban on abortion.
Turning challenges into opportunities
Hailing from northern Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association incoming president Michael Jasaitis said the idea of a career in law came to him after getting to know an attorney in high school.