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Diving into data: Prosecutors say new high-tech crime units will be beneficial; public defenders not so sure

With a total two-year appropriation of $6 million from the state, the Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council is working with local prosecuting offices to establish 10 high-tech crime units that will be able to process and analyze digital evidence collected by law enforcement starting in 2022.
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Sharply divided Supreme Court sides with smartphone owner in self-incrimination case

A harshly split Indiana Supreme Court has ruled 3-2 in favor of a woman who was found in contempt for refusing to unlock her smart phone in a criminal investigation. A majority of the high court reversed the contempt order, holding in a landmark ruling that forcing her to unlock her iPhone would violate her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.
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Wilson: When talking aloud to yourself makes sense

March 2, 2022 | Seth Wilson

It seems people like to complain about Apple Siri’s technology. Most of the time, the complaints seem to be about Siri not recognizing voice commands or accurately converting voice to text. Siri is one of those tools that has a lot of promise. While it has not exactly lived up to the hype, there are some features that are useful. It continues to get better. Here are some thoughts on how you can get more out of Siri and “voice to task” technology.

Purdue University files patent-infringement suit against Google

February 3, 2022 | Susan Orr, Indianapolis Business Journal

Purdue University’s Purdue Research Foundation is suing Google LLC over Android software that Purdue says incorporates patented technology for smartphones.

COA rejects challenge to text message report

January 11, 2022 | Olivia Covington

A man convicted of dealing in meth after a report of his text messages describing a drug deal was used against him has lost his argument on appeal that the report should not have been admitted as evidence.

Apple loosens app store payment rules in lawsuit settlement

August 27, 2021 | Associated Press

Apple has agreed to let developers of iPhone apps email their users about cheaper ways to pay for digital subscriptions and media by circumventing a commission system that generates billions of dollars annually for the iPhone maker.

Indiana drivers holding cellphones face license penalties

August 2, 2021 | Associated Press

Indiana motorists caught using handheld cellphones while behind the wheel of a moving vehicle now face increased penalties for breaking state law.

COA rejects challenge to text message evidence, upholds meth dealing conviction

May 5, 2021 | Olivia Covington

A man convicted of dealing meth based largely on text messages failed to convince the Indiana Court of Appeals that the messages were improperly admitted at his trial.

High court sides with Google in copyright fight with Oracle

April 5, 2021 | Associated Press

The Supreme Court of the United States sided Monday with Google in an $8 billion copyright dispute with Oracle over the internet company’s creation of the Android operating system used on most smartphones worldwide.

Marquez: Tap into the power of unplugging to refresh and recharge

March 17, 2021 | Deanna Marquez

Making a habit of unplugging ourselves from technology is key to improving our effectiveness in all aspects of life. As strange as it sounds, there are some technology tips that can greatly assist in helping to unplug throughout your day.

Candy maker entitled to judgment, but not fees, after woman’s employment sours

March 4, 2021 | Olivia Covington

A northern Indiana sweets shop whose relationship with an employee turned sour is entitled to summary judgment in the former employee’s lawsuit filed after her smartphone was wiped clean by the company. However, the confectionery has not demonstrated that it is entitled to attorney fees.

COA orders new hearing on $32K civil forfeiture

February 10, 2021 | Olivia Covington

A Hancock County trial court must revisit the forfeiture of more than $32,000 related to a marijuana bust after the Indiana Court of Appeals found errors in various evidentiary rulings.

Former Notre Dame assistant charged with voyeurism, assault

January 7, 2021 | Associated Press

A former Notre Dame men’s basketball assistant coach and former Fighting Irish player has been charged with three counts of voyeurism and one count of domestic battery.

Scam callers using Southern District Court’s main phone number to intimidate residents

August 13, 2020 | IL Staff

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is warning Hoosiers of scam phone calls being made by “spoofing” the federal district court’s main phone number to intimidate residents, the federal court alerted in a Wednesday announcement.

Indiana joins national split over Fifth Amendment technology question

July 22, 2020 | Olivia Covington

A 3-2 Indiana Supreme Court decision last month ruled that Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination extends to court orders for a suspect to unlock her cellphone. Other states, however, have taken the opposite stance, setting the stage for a likely US Supreme Court case.

New state laws ban drivers holding phones, hike marriage age

July 1, 2020 | Associated Press and IL Staff

Using a handheld cellphone while driving will become illegal on Indiana roads under a new state law taking effect Wednesday.

Holcomb signs bills related to health care, distracted driving

March 19, 2020 | Lindsey Erdody and Indianapolis Business Journal Staff

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed 84 bills Wednesday, including some that aimed to tackle health care costs, distracted driving and regional development.

Cellphone ban, pregnancy accommodations among issues facing Statehouse debate

February 11, 2020 | Associated Press

Indiana lawmakers returned to the Statehouse this week after deadlines last week on advancing bills for action during the second half of this year’s legislative session.

Mobile sports betting to debut in Indiana on Thursday

October 3, 2019 | Associated Press

Sports betting is ready to go legally online in Indiana on Thursday, a little more than a month after the state’s casinos started taking game wagers.

Southern District warns of scam using court’s telephone number

July 31, 2019 | Associated Press and IL Staff

Federal court officials in Indianapolis are warning that scammers are using the court’s main phone number to scam and intimidate people.

Apps cost too much? Court allows suit adding to Apple’s woes

May 14, 2019

Consumers can pursue a lawsuit complaining that iPhone apps cost too much, the Supreme Court ruled Monday, adding to Apple’s woes that already include falling iPhone sales and a European investigation. The lawsuit could have major implications for the tech giant’s handling of the more than 2 million apps in Apple’s App Store, where users get much of the software for their smartphones.

Justices lengthen smartphone arguments, urge counsel to discuss mootness

March 18, 2019

A woman found in contempt for refusing to unlock her smartphone in a criminal investigation has informed the Indiana Supreme Court that her criminal cases have been resolved. Now, the high court wants to hear arguments over whether her ongoing appeal is moot.

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Diving into data: Prosecutors say new high-tech crime units will be beneficial; public defenders not so sure

Sharply divided Supreme Court sides with smartphone owner in self-incrimination case

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