You went to college, even if it now feels like another life as your own child heads off for that first semester. You know what it's like. Maybe you and your spouse even met in college, your relationship blossoming around exams and thesis papers. You remember how often...
What are the legal consequences of underage drinking in Indiana?
Some people take a very liberal view of underage drinking, chalking it up to a rite of passage most high school or college students experience. Experimenting with alcohol may be relatively common, but that doesn't mean it is a minor concern. Even if the teens involved...
College: Consequences of DUIs aren’t minor for college students
You were with your friends and decided to drink despite being the designated driver. You only had a few beers, but as someone who is new to drinking, they hit you harder than expected. Not wanting to disappoint anyone, you got behind the wheel of your vehicle and...
Ways your child may challenge breathalyzer results
If your child recently received drunk driving charges based on breathalyzer test results, you probably experienced a moment of panic, convinced that there is nothing to do but accept the charges and hope for the best. In reality, it is always wise to build a strong...
A DUI affects college kids now and far into the future
You might think it's okay to go out for a few drinks with friends while you're in college, but, depending on the circumstances, you could end up costing yourself more than a few dollars. If you get behind the wheel and drive, you could end up with a drunk driving...
How does the United States government classify drugs?
The federal government classifies illicit drugs into a variety of categories from Schedule 1 reserved for the most dangerous drugs and Schedule 5 reserved for the least dangerous drugs. Whether you agree with how these drugs are classified, it's valuable to...
A drug conviction can put a kink in your financial aid
For the majority of college students, financial aid is a fact of life. You depend on it to help with the cost of your university housing, purchasing textbooks and paying for your classes. Another common aspect of student culture is drug use. With more states starting...
Doing dabs or blasting BHO could cost your college student
Dabbing isn't just a viral dance move and photo pose. It's also slang for the process of vaporizing marijuana extracts in a special kind of pipe or bong. Typically, a "nail" or "bowl" made of metal or glass gets heated by a butane torch. Users then dab the extract on...
How should I respond to my child’s cocaine charges?
If your child is a college student, they may think that it's perfectly normal to experiment with various recreational drugs. Whether or not drug experimentation is a regular component of the American college experience, it is still illegal and can lead to serious...
DWI penalties in Indiana
Imagine spending Saturday at the lake, barbequing with friends. After a full day of burgers and beer, you head back into to town. When you are only a few blocks from your apartment, red and blue lights suddenly flash in your review mirror. A police officer is pulling...
