{"id":1210,"date":"2019-03-15T17:12:37","date_gmt":"2019-03-15T17:12:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/?p=1210"},"modified":"2019-03-15T17:19:02","modified_gmt":"2019-03-15T17:19:02","slug":"can-you-go-to-jail-for-not-paying-your-debts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/can-you-go-to-jail-for-not-paying-your-debts\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Go to Jail for Not Paying Your Debts?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you are fearful of going to jail because you have not been able to pay off your cable bill or keep up with your car payments, you will be relieved to learn that the United States outlawed debtors\u2019 prisons back in the early 19th<\/sup> century. However, there are still instances in which an Indiana resident might face jail time or other penalties as a result of owing a debt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn more about owing a debt in Indiana, including who to trust for accurate legal advice.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The penalties for owing an outstanding debt vary from state\nto state. When it comes to being locked up for your debt, it can happen, but only\nunder particular circumstances. If you have questions about facing criminal charges\nfor owing money to a company, creditor, or collection agency, contact a\nlicensed criminal defense attorney for accurate answers and legal guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Cases of Debtors\u2019 Arrests<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

\u2727 Arrest Warrants:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The umbrella factor for being arrested as a result of an\noutstanding debt are arrest warrants. If a warrant is issued for your arrest,\nyou will have to surrender to the jail and post your bond to get out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2727 Violation of Court Orders:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most often, debtors are arrested and taken to jail as a\nresult of neglecting to make court-order payments. If a court orders you to do\nsomething, and you fail to do it, you can be held in contempt of court. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2727 Small Claims Court Hearings:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another circumstance that can land a debtor in jail is\nmissing a court date. If a small claims court hearing is scheduled, and you do\nnot attend, the court will issue a warrant for your arrest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Statute of Limitations for Collecting Debt<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, many debtors are never notified that they are\nexpected in court, and thus, don’t even know they were sued. This is how arrest\nwarrants can come about. As for law in Indiana, if a creditor successfully sues\na person, they have 10 years to collect that judgment under its statute of\nlimitations for court judgments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to Get Accurate Legal Advice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Call Attorney David E. Lewis at 317-636-7514<\/strong> if you were issued an arrest warrant for a debt owed in Indiana. You can schedule a free initial consultation to discuss the best course of action for your case with a seasoned Indianapolis criminal defense attorney<\/a> you can trust. We work around the clock to ensure your rights are protected and your freedoms are preserved. You can avoid the maximum penalties for your charges with our aggressive legal representation!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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