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John Mario Acosta Jr.

John Mario Acosta Jr.

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  • Divorce, Family Law, Immigration Law ...
  • Indiana
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Biography

John M. Acosta Jr. was born and raised in Southern California. In July 1996, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served as a Military Police Officer for almost two years, with his remaining three years as a Military Police K-9 Officer, at various military installations and was honorably discharged. In 2001, he pursued a career in law enforcement. He spent almost twelve years with various Police and Sheriff’s Offices throughout the State of Georgia. During that time, he worked as a patrol officer and was eventually promoted to the rank of Sergeant. As a U.S. Army Military Police Veteran and Law Enforcement Officer in State of Georgia, he has over 15 years of combined law enforcement experience. During those years he performed numerous DUI, misdemeanor, and felony investigations. Additionally, he has worked as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the State of Indiana and has conducted numerous state court bench and jury trials. Although, he does not consider himself an expert, he does consider himself highly qualified to interpret and evaluate law enforcement actions.

Education
Valparaiso University School of Law
J.D. (2015) | Law
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Troy University - Troy campus
M.S. (2012) | Criminal Justice
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Troy University - Troy campus
B.S. (2010) | Criminal Justice
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Professional Experience
Owner/Attorney
Acosta Law Office P.C.
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Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Starke County Prosecutor's Office
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Deputy Prosecutor
Porter County Prosecutor's Office
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Law Clerk
Bockman & Associates, LLC
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Law Clerk/Externship
Northern District of Indiana Federal Community Defender's Office
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Law Clerk/Externship
Porter County Prosecutor's Office
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Law Clerk/Externship
Lake County Public Defender's Office (Conflicts Division)
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Judicial Clerk
William Alexa - Superior Court #2
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Law Clerk/Externship
Porter County Prosecutor's Office
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Law Clerk/Internship
Lake County Prosecutor's Office
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Evaluating and Understanding Police Use of Force
Jurist
Hammond Cops Used Justified Force
Post-Tribune, A Chicago Sun-Times Publication
Captured for Capturing
Valpo Law Blog
Electrifying
Valpo Law Blog
Liberally Conservitive
Valpo Law Blog
Interest of Justice
Valpo Law Blog
The Warrant Requirement
Valpo Law Blog
Recodification
Valpo Law Blog
On Shaky Ground When Searching for that Smell
Valpo Law Blog
Improper Conduct in an Untimely Manner
Valpo Law Blog
Spontaneous Utterances Have Family Ties
Valpo Law Blog
Speaking Engagements
Ivy Tech Community College Classroom Discussion, Criminal Justice System, Valparaiso, Indiana
Ivy Tech Community College
Law Practice Management, Valparaiso University Law School, Valparaiso, Indiana
Bar Prep Strategies, Valparaiso University Law School, Valparaiso, Indiana
Certifications
Law Enforcement Officer
Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Counsel
Professional Associations
Porter County Bar Association
Vice President
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Indiana State Bar Association
Member
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Calumet Inns of Court
Member
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Lake County Bar Association
Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Indiana
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    First half hour.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa, MasterCard, Discover
Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Immigration Law
    Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
    DUI & DWI
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
    Juvenile Law
    Traffic Tickets
    Suspended License
Languages
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. Does requirement to pay child support automatically end at age 19 (Indiana) or does a court motion have to be filed?
A: Motion has to be filed requesting it.
Q. Where could I find a child support order / modification? Would it be public knowledge if modification in Indiana mycase?
A: Based on the information provided in your question if the child support was ordered in a divorce proceeding it may be public, if the order was in a paternity matter then it would not be public, but the person paying the support can go to the local county clerk's office or child support clerk and get a copy of the order.
Q. What can I do when the other parent is breaking our custody court ordered parenting agreement?
A: Based on the information provided in your question you can file contempt on her via the courts.
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Blog
Contact & Map
Office
205 East Jefferson Street
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Telephone: (219) 228-8899
Fax: (219) 228-8899