by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 4, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 1, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 28, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 21, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 7, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 30, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
In Indiana, a DUI or OVWI arrest can lead to an immediate license suspension, even before a conviction, due to the state’s administrative license suspension rules. If a chemical test reveals a BAC of 0.08% or higher, or the presence of drugs, law enforcement can...
