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Indiana Disciplinary Commission Executive Director Faces 4 Felony Charges in Marion County Court

Sam Keen
Adrienne Meiring the Executive Director of the Indiana Disciplinary Commission faces 4 felony charges in criminal compliant Photo by Hoosier Enquirer
Adrienne Meiring the Executive Director of the Indiana Disciplinary Commission faces 4 felony level 6 charges in criminal compliant.

Marion County, Indiana- In a dramatic turn of events, Adrienne Meiring, the Executive Director of the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission, is now facing a criminal complaint with four felony offenses in Marion County Superior Court. The complaint, filed by Gabriel Whitley, alleges that Meiring has engaged in misconduct by abusing her position for political gains.



According to the criminal complaint, Meiring has been accused of:


1. Abuse of Position for Political Gains: Whitley claims Meiring has selectively enforced disciplinary actions to favor certain individuals, notably Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, who has been accused of multiple infractions under Indiana law. These include lying to the police, obstructing justice, perjury, and official misconduct, yet Meiring allegedly did not pursue these allegations with the expected rigor.


2. Selective Prosecution: The complaint further asserts that Meiring's decisions to prosecute or not prosecute are influenced by political affiliations rather than legal merit. This pattern is particularly evident in her handling of cases involving high-profile figures like Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, against whom three new disciplinary charges were recently filed by Meiring's office.


3. Evidence of Bias: Public records cited in the complaint suggest a lack of diligence in investigating complaints against Shabazz, potentially due to his political connections. Whitley points to communications between Meiring and Shabazz as evidence of possible bias or conflict of interest.


Causes of Action listed in the complaint include:


- Official Misconduct: Allegations that Meiring's actions constitute official misconduct by leveraging her position for personal or political advantage rather than for the impartial administration of justice.

- Perjury: If Meiring has made false statements or omitted critical information in her official duties, she could be charged with perjury.

- Obstructing Justice: By allegedly protecting certain individuals from legal scrutiny, Meiring may have interfered with the justice system.

- Political Persecution: The complaint suggests that Meiring's enforcement of disciplinary actions is politically motivated, thus amounting to persecution rather than justice.


These are all level six felonies.


The complaint has stirred significant attention, given Meiring's role in overseeing attorney conduct in Indiana. When reached for comment, Meiring's office did not provide a response.


This legal challenge comes shortly after Meiring announced 3 charges against Attorney General Todd Rokita, which include accusations of making false statements and engaging in dishonest behavior. The juxtaposition of these events has fueled debates about the integrity and impartiality of disciplinary actions within the state's legal system.

Whitley's filing seeks to bring to light what he perceives as a misuse of power within one of the state's most pivotal legal oversight bodies. As this case develops, it will likely draw scrutiny to the practices and motivations behind the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission's operations.


The court has yet to schedule a hearing for this matter, and all parties involved are expected to watch this closely, considering its implications for legal accountability and public trust in judicial oversight.


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