Post-Conviction Relief

One form of post-conviction relief in Indiana is requesting to have your record sealed. People sometimes believe that this means their criminal record is being erased, but that is not actually the case. Instead, sealing a criminal record means that it is not available...

A criminal case may close, yet its impact can continue. You may discover limits tied to employment, housing or licensing long after sentencing ends. You may also uncover issues that never reached the court record. Indiana post-conviction relief exists for narrow...

If you have been wrongfully convicted of a crime in Indiana, you may be wondering what the most common positive outcome of post-conviction relief is. While gaining post-conviction relief is often difficult, the courts can grant you a new trial where you and your legal team will have another chance to prove your innocence and clear your name. What is…

If you have been convicted of a crime, you may be wondering if there is anything you can do to get relief. The good news is that post-conviction relief motions are available in Indiana, and they can often be successful, especially with an experienced attorney by your side. At Harwell Criminal Defense, we have helped many clients obtain post-conviction relief,…

After a wrongful conviction for a loved one, you may be worried about what you can do next. Despite the conviction, there are opportunities in the law to continue fighting for freedom, and an appeal or post-conviction relief motion can be made to advocate for your spouse. Our Indianapolis post-conviction relief attorneys at Harwell Criminal Defense have extensive knowledge working…

During your criminal proceedings, the jury plays a large part in if you will be convicted. When the people seated in the jury box have such a large impact on a life-altering decision, it is important they are unbiased and committed to listening to all of the facts in your case. Our post-conviction relief attorneys at Harwell Criminal Defense share…