by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 24, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
When charged with a DUI / OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated), it’s important to understand the different types of tests used to determine intoxication. Law enforcement officers rely on three primary methods: the Portable Breath Test (PBT), the official...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 17, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana OWI cases, “endangerment” refers to any driving behavior that poses a potential risk, even if it doesn’t seem reckless. Many assume it requires extreme actions like speeding or swerving dangerously, but the threshold is surprisingly low. Common...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 12, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A second DUI offense in Indiana comes with serious legal consequences, including mandatory jail time or extensive community service. The law requires a minimum of five days in jail or 240 hours of community service, but many judges and prosecutors push for harsher...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 10, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Facing a DUI charge can have serious consequences, making the decision to hire an attorney essential. One of the most immediate concerns is the potential suspension of your driver’s license, which can significantly impact your daily life. A skilled attorney can...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 5, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Indiana’s DUI laws establish multiple blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits, each carrying different legal consequences. Drivers under 21 face DUI charges at a BAC of 0.02, while a BAC of 0.05 can serve as evidence of impairment in court. The standard legal limit...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 3, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, DUI convictions do not automatically disappear after seven years. While the seven-year mark affects whether a new DUI charge is classified as a felony, the original DUI remains on your permanent record. A new offense more than seven years after a prior DUI...
