PRACTICE AREAS · CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Misdemeanor Defense
"Just a misdemeanor" still means a criminal record. Take it seriously.
WHAT YOU'RE FACING
The stakes of this charge.
Misdemeanors may be less severe than felonies, but a conviction still creates a permanent record that can affect jobs, housing and more — and Indiana's misdemeanor classes carry real penalties.
OUR APPROACH
How we defend these cases.
Keep your record clean
Diversion and dismissals may avoid a conviction entirely.
Challenge the evidence
The State still has to prove its case.
Protect your future
We treat your "minor" case like it matters — because it does.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions, answered.
Will a misdemeanor show up on background checks?
Yes, unless expunged.
Can I avoid a conviction?
Often, with the right approach
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