by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 18, 2026 | Criminal Charges, No Contact Order, Protection Order
Understanding Restraining Orders in Indiana: Duration, Impact, and What You Can Do If you’ve been served with a restraining order in Indiana, the clock starts ticking immediately. The impact can be immediate and personal. It may bar you from contacting someone you...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 16, 2026 | BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Nobody expects to get arrested for DUI, especially if they’ve never been in trouble before. Going to jail is always scary, but what are the long term consequences? How Does Indiana Treat a First-Time DUI? The State of Indiana imposes harsh penalties for a DUI...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 13, 2026 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana Accident Reports How long does it take for an Indiana accident report to be available? Most reports are available within a few days. Serious accidents may take longer. Do I need a police report to file a personal injury claim?...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 11, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Drug Charges, DUI, Handgun, OVWI, Search and Seizure, THC
Getting pulled over is stressful. Blue lights flash behind you, your pulse spikes, and suddenly an officer is standing at your window asking questions that could change the course of your night, or your life. Police officers are trained to ask the same three questions...
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....