In Indiana, a first-time DUI (also known as OVWI or OWI) could lead to a court-ordered ignition interlock device, though it’s not always mandatory and depends largely on the judge’s discretion. This breathalyzer device is required for those who refuse a chemical test...
In Indiana, DUI charges are not limited to alcohol or illegal drugs. Criminal charges can also result when a person combines driving with intoxicating prescription medications. Indiana law defines intoxication broadly, and if the State can prove you were driving...
If you’ve been arrested for an Indiana DUI/OVWI, you might be required to use an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) as part of your Specialized Driving Privileges (SDP), allowing legal driving while your case is pending. This device, a breathalyzer installed in...
If you’re charged with DUI or OVWI in Indiana, understanding Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) is critical for building a defense. These roadside tests, designed to detect signs of impairment, include the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, Walk-and-Turn, and One-Leg...
A DUI refusal suspension in Indiana can be a serious obstacle. If you’re being investigated for DUI, and the officer asks if you’re willing to submit to a certified chemical test, your answer should always be yes. If it isn’t, you can find yourself...
Indiana enforces strict laws against impaired driving, including driving with an alcohol concentration equivalent (ACE) of .15 or higher. The legal limit for ACE in Indiana is .08, but penalties increase if it reaches .15 or more. Failing a chemical test with an ACE...
