Adrian James Dukes v. State of Indiana

── Adrian James Dukes v. State of Indiana ── Case No.: 24A-CR-01344 Court: Indiana Court of Appeals Date: August 15, 2025 Author: Judge Rudolph Pyle County of Origin: Henry Category: Criminal Decision: Affirmed Judge Weissmann and Judge Felix concur Statement of the Case Adrian James Dukes (“Dukes”) appeals, following a guilty plea, his sentence imposed for his Level 3 felony unlawful transfer of a handgun conviction.1 Dukes argues that his sentence is inappropriate. Concluding that his sentence is not inappropriate, we affirm the trial court’s judgment. We affirm. Issue Whether Dukes’ sentence is inappropriate. Facts2 In late April or early May 2023, fifteen-year-old Dukes lived with his mother, stepfather (“stepfather”), and sisters.