Indiana man among Obama’s granted clemencies nationwide
President Barack Obama has shortened the sentence of an Indiana man convicted of a federal drug crime.
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AG-elect says drug offenders need to be held accountable
Since the Legislature revised the state’s criminal code to provide drug treatment and recovery services to low-level drug offenders, Indiana has been brutalized by an opioid epidemic that has led to a resurgence of HIV along with needle exchange programs in eight counties and counting.
Northwest Indiana man gets clemency after 18 years in prison
A northwest Indiana man who served 18 years in prison on drug convictions is enjoying life as a free man after being among the 214 people granted clemency by President Barack Obama this summer.
Drug dealer’s convictions upheld after ‘exceptionally weak’ arguments
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals denied Monday a convicted drug dealer’s appeal of his drug conspiracy and firearm convictions and related sentence, calling his numerous arguments for reversal “exceptionally weak.”
Allen becomes latest Indiana county to offer needle exchange
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health said Wednesday the Allen County Syringe Services Program opened in early November and has seen a few visitors. The department says it didn't advertise the opening of the program because it believed a soft opening was the best way to get the word out to those affected.
Mom pleads guilty in connection with Bluffton boy’s death
The mother of a northeastern Indiana boy whose body was found burned in a wooded area has entered into a plea agreement in connection with his death.
Justices: warrantless search OK because of ‘objectively reasonable’ concerns
The Indiana Supreme Court affirmed a man’s drug conviction Tuesday, reiterating that if an officer encounters an emergency situation, then he or she may investigate further without a warrant.
Justices consider transfer of 2 cases related to traffic stops, strip searches
The justices of the Indiana Supreme Court are deciding whether to grant transfer in two cases related to the permissibility of certain police officer actions after hearing arguments on petitions to transfer Tuesday.
Trump Justice Dept. could shift drug prosecution policies
An Obama administration Justice Department that emphasized the need to be "smart on crime" is being replaced with a Trump presidency that campaigned on being "tough on crime."
Judiciary addressing rising number of CHINS cases around state
A sharp increase in the number of case filings involving children in need of services comes as the number of juvenile delinquencies across Indiana is decreasing, which Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush attributes to the state court system’s focus on increasing resources to juvenile courts and assigning appropriate punishments to juvenile offenders.
Rejecting challenge of search, COA affirms cocaine conviction
Deciding that the “community caretaker role” exception to the Fourth Amendment can be extended beyond questions regarding seizures of a vehicle, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a man’s cocaine conviction Monday after finding that evidence of the cocaine was not admitted in violation of his constitutional rights.
New Albany placing moratorium on opioid treatment facilities
A southern Indiana community has decided to place a six-month moratorium on methadone or suboxone clinics.
Ex-police supervisor accused of stealing drugs pleads guilty
A former Columbus Police Department narcotics division supervisor accused of taking drugs from its evidence room has pleaded guilty to charges.
2 Notre Dame players may avoid jail for marijuana arrests
Two Notre Dame football players arrested on marijuana charges may avoid jail time and criminal records after reaching plea bargains with prosecutors.
Holcomb, Gregg say Indiana must do more to fight drug abuse
The Indiana gubernatorial candidates said during a debate Tuesday that they believe the state should do more to attack the growing abuse of heroin and other drugs.
7th Circuit upholds drug offender’s conviction, vacates life sentence
A man convicted of multiple drug offenses and sentenced to a life term in prison will soon receive a new sentence after the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated it on Tuesday.
Marion and LaPorte counties get federal support to combat drugs
Two additional counties in Indiana will receive federal support in combating drugs through law enforcement measures and prevention initiatives.
Hoosiers among 102 drug offenders Obama grants clemency
Three Indiana men are among 102 drug offenders whose lengthy federal prison sentences were reduced last week by President Barack Obama.
Major rights groups: Decriminalize use of all illicit drugs
As Americans debate the expanding campaign to legalize marijuana, two of the nation's most prominent human rights organizations are urging a far bolder step — the decriminalization of possession and personal use of all illicit drugs.
Man who attacked officers not insane during incident
The Indiana Court of Appeals rejected a defendant’s claim that he was insane when he charged at, bit and spit at officers while he was in jail, but that his behavior was a result of his drug withdrawal.