By Ryan E. Lackey | Published May 6, 2026 | Posted in Criminal Law | Tagged Tags: conviction, Felony, habitual, offender |
A defendant’s prior criminal history can have a profound influence on the sentence imposed by an Indiana court after a conviction, particularly if the defendant is designated a “habitual offender.” While the underlying crime does not change, habitual offender enhancement can dramatically increase the penalty upon conviction. Under Indiana Code § 35-50-2-8, habitual offender status Read More
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