Your Rights. Your Future. Our Fight.

Indiana criminal defense that turns a frightening moment into a clear next step.

You may be worried about your freedom, family, career, license, or ability to remain in the United States. An accusation does not define you. We listen without judgment, explain what may happen next, and build a deliberate plan for the facts of your case throughout Indiana.

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Trial and appellate representation
Flexible payment options
Direct, respectful communication

Harwell Criminal Defense attorneys Ian Fleming, Jonathan Harwell, Holly Crain, and Jerry Shoup inside the Indiana Statehouse

Statewide Indiana defenseFocused on Marion County and the donut counties

A steadier first step

You do not need to have every answer before you call.

Start with what is worrying you most. We will listen without judgment, look for anything time-sensitive, and help you understand the next practical step.

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Start with what you knowThe county, general type of matter, and next known date are enough for a first conversation.
Understand what comes nextWe identify urgent deadlines, explain the process in plain language, and separate immediate decisions from those that can wait.
Decide without pressureYou choose how to proceed after the consultation, available options, fees, and written terms are explained.

Independent public feedback

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Focused representation

One coordinated team. Every stage of the case.

Criminal allegations rarely stay in one lane. We look beyond the immediate charge to the consequences that matter to your life.

Criminal Defense

Strategic defense for misdemeanor, felony, federal, and high-stakes criminal charges.

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DUI / OWI Defense

Focused guidance for license consequences, felony OWI, and specialized driving privileges.

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Appeals & Post-Conviction

Careful review of convictions, sentences, appeals, and post-conviction options.

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Crimmigration Defense

Coordinated representation where criminal allegations and immigration status intersect.

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Harwell Criminal Defense attorneys inside the Indiana Statehouse

Built for high-stakes work

Serious preparation. Human communication.

Legal strength and compassion are not opposites. The strongest representation is rigorous enough for the courtroom and clear enough for the client to understand every consequential decision.

Trial-tested strategyInvestigation, motions, negotiation, trial, appeal, and post-conviction review.

Direct answersClear explanations without false certainty, jargon, or judgment.

Whole-case thinkingCriminal, crimmigration, license, work, and reputation consequences considered together.

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Clear guidance starts with a clear voice.

Hear how the firm approaches preparation, communication, and the human consequences of Indiana criminal cases.

Experienced, Multilingual Defense Available Around the Clock

Jonathan Harwell highlights the firm’s combined legal experience, multilingual service, and round-the-clock access for defense, appeals, and post-conviction matters.

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Professional recognition

Prepared to earn trust, case by case.

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Independent ratings, memberships, and business credentials reflect different selection criteria. They do not predict or guarantee any case result.

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating for Jonathan Harwell

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Local knowledge, wider perspective

Defense throughout Indiana

Based in downtown Indianapolis, our team represents clients statewide. Our geographic focus is Marion County and the donut counties surrounding it: Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Morgan, and Shelby Counties.

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Immediate questions

What should I do after an arrest or investigation begins?

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Protect the conversation

You may respectfully ask to speak with a lawyer before answering substantive questions about alleged conduct. Do not discuss the case on social media.

Preserve the information

Keep court papers, release conditions, messages, photographs, receipts, location data, and witness information. Do not alter or delete potential evidence.

Identify the deadlines

Note the next hearing, any license action, bond requirements, crimmigration concern, appeal deadline, or request from law enforcement and tell counsel immediately.

Calm guidance starts here

Early decisions can shape the entire case.

Tell us what happened. We will help you understand what may come next and what you can do now.

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