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State of Indiana v.Julius E. Burkes, Jr.
Date: 02-06-2026
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Judge: Unassigned
Court: Circuit Court, Lake County, Indiana
Plaintiff's Attorney: Lake County, Indiana Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Hammond, Indiana, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with murder.
Julius E. Burkes Jr., 47, accused for shooting and killing Courtney M. Drysdale.
The decedent was opening the bar where she worked when Burkes entered with a gun and demanded money from the cash register before shooting her twice.
Julius E. Burkes Jr., 47, accused for shooting and killing Courtney M. Drysdale.
The decedent was opening the bar where she worked when Burkes entered with a gun and demanded money from the cash register before shooting her twice.
Outcome:
A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Indiana v.Julius E. Burkes, Jr.?
The outcome was: A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
Which court heard State of Indiana v.Julius E. Burkes, Jr.?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Lake County, Indiana, In. The presiding judge was Unassigned.
Who were the attorneys in State of Indiana v.Julius E. Burkes, Jr.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Lake County, Indiana Prosecuting Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Hammond Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of Indiana v.Julius E. Burkes, Jr. decided?
This case was decided on February 6, 2026.