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Former Judge and Deputy prosecutor handling OWI, Felony, and Misdemeanor cases throughout Northwest Indiana.
Criminal Defense in Lake and Porter County, Indiana
A criminal charge in Indiana is not just about possible jail time. A conviction can affect your job, your immigration status, your right to own a firearm, your ability to rent an apartment, your professional license, and your driving privileges for years afterward. The Law Office of Eduardo Fontanez handles state and federal criminal cases throughout Northwest Indiana with that full picture in mind.
What to expect when you call
When you call (219) 554-0282, you will speak with the office about the basic facts of your case: what you have been charged with, the county where the case is filed, and your next court date. Attorney Fontanez offers a free phone consultation so you can understand the charge, the typical sentencing range, and the steps that come next before deciding whether to retain counsel.
Types of Indiana cases handled
The firm represents people in the following matters:
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Level 1 through Level 6 felonies under Indiana Code Title 35.
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Class A, B, and C misdemeanors, including OWI, public intoxication, and disorderly conduct.
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Domestic battery and battery cases under Indiana Code 35-42-2.
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Drug possession, possession with intent, and dealing cases.
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Theft, conversion, fraud, and check deception.
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Sex offense allegations, including charges that carry registry consequences.
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Federal criminal matters in the Northern District of Indiana.
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Petitions to revoke probation and parole revocation hearings.
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Criminal traffic offenses and habitual traffic violator status.
Stages of an Indiana criminal case
Most state cases follow a similar path: arrest or summons, initial hearing, pretrial conferences, possible motions to suppress, plea negotiations, and either a plea agreement or jury trial. Attorney Fontanez walks each client through where their case stands at every stage and what realistic outcomes are possible based on the facts, the evidence, and the prosecutor and judge assigned to the case.
Local court experience
Cases are handled in courts throughout the region, including Lake Superior Court and Lake County Court in Crown Point, the Hammond City Court, the East Chicago City Court (where Attorney Fontanez previously served as judge), Gary City Court, Porter Superior Court in Valparaiso, and the town courts in Schererville, Dyer, Munster, Highland, Griffith, and Merrillville.
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