By Ryan E. Lackey | Published September 6, 2026 | Posted in Expungement | Tagged Tags: conviction, criminal, Misdemeanor, record |
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What Indiana’s Second Chance Law Does
A criminal record can continue to affect your life long after a case has ended. Employers, landlords and licensing boards often conduct background checks, and a past conviction — or even an arrest without conviction — can create barriers that prevent you from obtaining the job you want, housing you need or the education you Read More
Read MoreHow Habitual Offender Enhancements Affect Sentencing in Indiana
A defendant’s prior criminal history can have a profound influence on the sentence imposed by an Indiana court after a conviction, particularly if the defendant is designated a “habitual offender.” While the underlying crime does not change, habitual offender enhancement can dramatically increase the penalty upon conviction. Under Indiana Code § 35-50-2-8, habitual offender status Read More
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