Trial judge’s comments spur COA reversal
Because of a trial judge's statements following the conviction of a man for having a gun in a controlled area of an airport, the Indiana Court of Appeals reversed the conviction for insufficient evidence.
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Order restricts guns, alcohol in judge’s home
Special Judge Walter Chapala issued an order this week requiring all firearms be removed from the home of a LaPorte Superior judge who was shot last month in her home.
Judges: Vehicle stop by cops reasonable
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a man's illegal gun possession conviction, ruling the South Bend Police officer who made the traffic stop had reasonable suspicion the car may be linked to a shooting in an apartment complex.
Court denies transfer to gun suit
The Indiana Supreme Court denied transfer Monday to a gun suit out of Gary which has been ongoing since 1999.