by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 30, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Facing a second DUI charge in Indiana carries serious consequences, but the penalties depend heavily on timing. If the offense occurs more than seven years after the first, it is typically treated as a misdemeanor, which may result in jail time ranging from five days...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 27, 2024 | Criminal Charges, General
A wise Hoosier once said we should be careful about what we pretend to be. He was right, of course, and this is especially true if you’re pretending to be a public servant. Fantasies have their place, but make-believe has gone too far when it requires the services of...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 18, 2024 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence cases are among the most emotionally charged and legally complex issues within the criminal justice system. For individuals accused of these offenses, the stakes are incredibly high, involving potential jail time, damaged reputations, and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 16, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Facing DUI charges without clear evidence of driving is a frustrating and surprisingly common experience in Indiana. Many people find themselves accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OVWI), even when the evidence is circumstantial or weak. Scenarios often...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 13, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A third DUI offense in Indiana carries increasingly severe consequences, reflecting the State’s firm stance on protecting public safety. While a first DUI is treated as a wake-up call with relatively lenient penalties such as fines, probation, and mandatory...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 9, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A DUI charge in Indiana can sometimes escalate to a felony, depending on the circumstances and your history. Even a first-time DUI can become a felony if a minor is in the vehicle or if the offense involves an accident causing injury. Indiana also has strict laws for...
