Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are a critical component of DUI investigations, developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. These roadside evaluations consist of three...
Being arrested for a first-time DUI in Indiana can be overwhelming, with immediate consequences and varying legal outcomes depending on the county. The process typically starts with an automatic suspension of your driver’s license if your BAC is 0.08 or higher, and...
Refusing a chemical test during a DUI stop in Indiana can lead to an automatic license suspension, even before you’re convicted of any crime. Under Indiana’s implied consent law, simply driving in the state means you’ve agreed to take a breath, blood, or urine...
Facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI/DUI) charge as a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holder in Indiana can be devastating, leading to severe penalties that threaten both your career and livelihood. CDL drivers are held to stricter standards, with a...
A second DUI arrest in Indiana carries serious legal consequences, with penalties varying based on the timing of the offense. If the second DUI occurs within seven years of the first conviction, it is automatically charged as a Level 6 felony, bringing the possibility...
Facing an OVWI charge in Indiana can be overwhelming, especially if you refused a chemical test. Many people mistakenly believe that refusing a breath or blood test will prevent the state from collecting evidence against them. However, under Indiana’s Implied Consent...