A couple of years ago, Dorie represented a (former) police officer after he was arrested during a sting conducted by the Predator Catchers of Indianapolis. Now, Dorie was his public defender as he could not afford counsel. He lost his job as the result of his arrest. His story as well as the Predator Catchers of Indianapolis was published in the Washington Post. Dorie lost but as the author of this article noted, she worked tirelessly to convince a jury of her client’s innocence.
Vigilante predator catchers infiltrate criminal justice system – The Washington Post
This case is an example of stings that happen all across the country including right here in Indiana. Now, some of the people caught up in this net are easily identifiable sex predators. It is good that law enforcement is doing something to get them off the streets.
In Dorie’s many years of experience, however, some of the people arrested, humiliated and condemned as child molesters are not child predators nor do they even have an attraction to children. They are people who were lonely, vulnerable and found the attraction of someone saying they were underage to be appealing, in the moment. How do we tell the difference? Dorie works hard to gather evidence to show a judge and jury the difference.
If you or a loved one was caught up in this sting and accused of child solicitation, please call Maryan Law. Dorie has brought these cases to trial. She has fought to get these cases dismissed when the police misbehave. She will fight for you.