Indiana National Guard ‘military police’ bill passes House
Opponents fear the provisions could be abused, pointing to President Donald Trump’s ongoing, lethal deployment of federal immigration officers to Minnesota.
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Former Johnson County judge suspended after being found guilty of OWI
A former Johnson County judge and attorney has been suspended from the practice of law after being found guilty of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a Level 6 felony.
Appeals court to hear arguments over accidental release of depositional evidence to jury
The Court of Appeals will hear arguments in a murder case in which a defendant was denied a mistrial after a trial court admitted testimony indicating a history of domestic violence – something the court had partly prohibited the state from presenting.
Jan. 28, 2026
Indiana Court of Appeals
Michael L. Williams v. State of Indiana
25A-CR-687
Criminal. Appeal from the Boone Circuit Court, Judge Lori N. Schein. Affirms the trial court’s denial of Michael Williams’s request for credit time for the period he was on pretrial GPS monitoring. Holds that pretrial GPS monitoring, which the trial court expressly stated was not home detention, does not constitute “imprisonment” or “confinement” under Indiana Code 35-50-6 as in effect at the time of the offenses. Concludes Williams retained substantial freedom of movement, was not subject to direct supervision comparable to confinement, and experienced restrictions typical of pretrial release rather than custodial restraint. Further holds that because Williams was not confined, he was entitled to neither accrued time nor good time credit for the GPS-monitoring period. Accordingly, affirms the trial court’s calculation of credit time and the aggregate eleven-year executed sentence. Appellant’s attorney: Allan W. Reid, Foley Panszi Law, LLC. Appellee’s attorneys: Office of the Indiana Attorney General (Theodore E. Rokita; J.T. Whitehead, Deputy Attorney General).
Indiana Senate backs bill restricting transgender school restroom use
Emma Vosicky, the executive director of GenderNexus, criticized provisions that would allow anyone “who is directly or indirectly injured” by an alleged violation of the restroom restrictions to file a lawsuit against the school.
ICE would still operate in a partial government shutdown
Lawmakers face a Friday deadline for a partial government shutdown, 80 days after they reopened federal agencies after the longest shutdown ever in November.
Mayor Joe Hogsett appoints 27-year veteran as Indy’s first female police chief
She replaces outgoing Chief Chris Bailey, who announced earlier this month that he would leave the role to become Hogsett’s chief deputy mayor.
3 months after rapidly scheduled arguments, the Supreme Court has yet to decide on Trump’s tariffs
Several Supreme Court practitioners and law professors scoffed at the idea the justices are dragging their feet on tariffs, putting off a potentially uncomfortable ruling against President Donald Trump.
Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears launches reelection bid
Speaking to reporters Tuesday, the Indianapolis Democrat remained coy about the prospect of a potential mayoral run in 2027.
Tort reform effort clears House committee, but without Uber protections
Under the original bill, individuals would have been prohibited from suing ride-hailing companies for damages caused by a driver’s behavior, even including sexual assault against a passenger.
Jan. 27, 2026
Indiana Court of Appeals
Anita J. Woodson v. Ronda Randall, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Julian M. Roache
No. 25A-PL-779
Civil. Appeal from the Marion Superior Court, Judge Gary L. Miller. Affirms the trial court’s judgment entered after a bench trial in favor of the Estate of Julian M. Roache and against Anita J. Woodson. Holds that the Estate’s breach-of-fiduciary-duty claims were not barred by the statute of limitations, concluding the two-year limitations period applied and did not begin to run earlier than the Decedent’s death because Woodson’s commingling of funds constituted a continuing wrong and the Decedent lacked awareness due to advanced dementia. Further holds that the trial court properly applied the common law presumption of undue influence, finding Woodson acted in a fiduciary and confidential relationship with the Decedent independent of the power of attorney and failed to rebut the presumption after benefiting from transfers of the Decedent’s funds into her personal accounts. Also holds the trial court did not abuse its discretion in evidentiary rulings, including admitting evidence concerning trust assets and Social Security benefits for contextual and damages-calculation purposes, and permitting Woodson to testify regarding the Decedent’s medical diagnoses based on personal knowledge. Concludes Woodson breached her fiduciary duties by failing to account for $55,365.90 of the Decedent’s funds. Appellant’s attorney: Sandy L. Bryant. Appellee’s attorney: H. Kennard Bennett.
TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims
The social video platform was one of three companies — along with Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube — facing claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
Rensselaer doctor’s medical license revoked
The doctor’s license was revoked by the Indiana Medical Licensing Board following an eight-hour hearing in which it considered allegations that he facilitated an unlawful abortion, engaged in sexual contact with patients and improperly prescribed controlled substances.
Judge orders ICE chief to appear in court to explain why detainees have been denied due process
Immigration agents remained active Tuesday across the Twin Cities region, and it was unclear if officials had changed tactics as the White House has shifted its tone toward state and city leaders.
Bill to update Indiana’s judicial security framework passes in the Senate
Senate Bill 291 would replace the existing Supreme Court Sheriff model with a Supreme Court Marshal and Court of Appeals Marshal system.
Immigration enforcement bill clears Indiana Senate amid national ICE controversy
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita said the proposal remains “toothless.”
Braun appoints 3 former deputy prosecuting attorneys to fill judicial vacancies
Gov. Mike Braun’s appointees will take roles in Howard and Tippecanoe counties and in West Lafayette.
Bill narrowing post-conviction proceedings stalled in committee despite AG Rokita’s support
House Bill 1314 would narrow the opportunities for incarcerated individuals to petition for post-conviction relief but doesn’t appear poised to make it out of committee by Tuesday’s deadline.
Special judge appointed in cases against defendants accused of shooting Tippecanoe County judge
Tippecanoe Superior Court 2, over which Judge Steven Meyer presides, has also received a temporary appointment.
Some federal, state courts and clerk’s offices closed Monday due to winter storm
As of late Monday morning, more than half the state remained under a travel warning, the highest level of local travel advisory which restricts travel to emergency management workers only.