by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 9, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions Is completing an alcohol evaluation the same as pleading guilty? No. Completing an evaluation is not a guilty plea and not an admission of guilt. It is a proactive step that can improve how you are perceived in court and during negotiations....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 4, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
How One Minute Can Decide Your Criminal Case If you ever have to defend yourself, the most dangerous moment isn’t the attack itself. It’s the minute after the police arrive. Time and again, we see good, law-abiding people make decisions that haunt them for years, not...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 2, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between DUI, OWI, and OVWI in Indiana? Nothing significant. DUI and OWI are common terms. The formal charge in Indiana is typically OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated). How long do I have to keep an ignition...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 27, 2026 | Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, Protection Order
If you’ve had a protective order (also referred to as a protection order) filed against you, the court that issued the order will likely schedule a hearing. While it may be related to criminal charges, a protective order itself is not criminal in nature. Do you need...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 25, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Drug Charges, Search and Seizure
What to Do When Police Claim to Smell Marijuana in Indiana You’re driving home. It’s been a good night. Suddenly, the red and blue lights pop up behind you. You pull over, thinking it’s a routine stop. Then the officer says the five words that make your stomach drop:...
