by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 16, 2024 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, Handgun, Second Amendment
As any Indiana criminal lawyer can tell you, the charge for a crime of violence can often be enhanced if it was committed using a deadly weapon. In a domestic battery case, for example, the charge begins as a Class A misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of 365...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 14, 2024 | Battery, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, No Contact Order, Protection Order
If you or someone you know is facing a domestic battery charge in Indiana, understanding the nuances of domestic violence charges is important. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, our focus is Indiana criminal defense. We recognize how domestic violence charges can lead to...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 13, 2024 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a serious matter, and navigating its legal intricacies is essential for anyone facing domestic battery charges. In Indiana, domestic battery is defined in Indiana Code § 35-42-2-1.3; and occurs when an individual knowingly or intentionally: (1)...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 12, 2024 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, No Contact Order, Protection Order
Domestic violence charges carry significant legal implications that can have far-reaching consequences on various aspects of an individual’s life. It is important to understand the nuances of Indiana laws, specifically Indiana Code Title 35, Chapter 42, which...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 9, 2024 | Alcohol, BMV, DUI, OVWI, SDP
For the average person, facing DUI charges is enough to make their head spin. If you land in jail, your first thought needs to be, How do I get out of here? Once you’ve been released, one of your first thoughts is likely going to be about your driver’s...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 5, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, No Contact Order
If you or someone you know is facing charges for domestic battery in Indiana, understanding the implications of the accompanying no-contact order is crucial. The automatic issuing of a no-contact order is a standard procedure in cases of domestic violence, aimed at...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 2, 2024 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
A slip and fall can happen to anyone. Whether you’re running errands, relaxing by the pool, or out for a night on the town, the world is never 100% safe. People slip and people fall. If they’re lucky, they aren’t hurt too badly. When you’re...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 26, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence
Being charged with a crime of domestic violence in Indiana can be a complex and emotionally challenging experience. Many who find themselves facing such charges wonder if it would be possible to have their case dismissed. While Indiana law allows for the possibility...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 19, 2024 | Alcohol, BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
In the State of Indiana, nobody has the right to drive. It’s a privilege, and if you make a big mistake—or enough little ones—that privilege can be taken away. The same goes for a commercial driver’s license (CDL), only it’s considered an even...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 12, 2024 | General, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall, Uncategorized
If someone tells you that a slip and fall case is easy to win, that person might be a good cheerleader, but they’re probably not an experienced personal injury lawyer. A case that’s worth fighting for is never going to be easy, and that’s in the best...
