Legal Question in Criminal Law in Indiana

Adam was charged with 3 Class B Sexual Misconduct with a Minor and 2 Class D Child Seduction. Adam agreed to plead guilty to 2 Class B and 1 Class D, and Prosecutor will drop 1 B and 1 D. Judge is female (Northern Indiana). What is the probable sentence that will be imposed? Also, Adam's wife, Anne, took him back to work on the marriage. The house, 2 cars, and small savings are all in Anne's name solely. If there is a fine imposed as part of sentencing, will Anne be responsible to pay it since they are still married (i.e., sell the house/cars)?

(Anne is our daughter. We are a good family. This is killing us. Sentencing is 01/26/11. We're wondering if we should be preparing ourselves and Anne for the worst.) THANK YOU.


Asked on 11/28/10, 8:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Jay Rigdon Rockhill Pinnick LLP

1. Always prepare for the worst.

2. Talk to Adam's attorney, who will be the best source as to what this particular judge might do in this particular case.

3. Anne has no responsibility for payment of any fines, even if they are still married.

Good luck.

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Answered on 12/08/10, 2:20 pm


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