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Is Your Indiana Criminal Case Really Over? Understanding Legal Finality and Next Steps

Is Your Indiana Criminal Case Really Over? Understanding Legal Finality and Next Steps

by Morgan Clark | Apr 15, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement, Probation

When facing a criminal charge in Indiana, resolving your case is the immediate goal. However, “finality” doesn’t always mean what people think it does. Depending on how your case concludes, your legal obligations might persist long after the courtroom drama ends....
Understanding DUI Checkpoints in Indiana: What You Need to Know

Understanding DUI Checkpoints in Indiana: What You Need to Know

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 14, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI

DUI checkpoints are legal in Indiana, but only if law enforcement strictly follows a set of constitutional guidelines established by the courts. These checkpoints must adhere to six core requirements: a neutral, pre-approved operational plan; a legitimate focus on...
Losing Your Gun Rights After a Domestic Battery Conviction in Indiana: What You Need to Know

Losing Your Gun Rights After a Domestic Battery Conviction in Indiana: What You Need to Know

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 8, 2025 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence

The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees citizens the right to keep and bear arms. However, this right is subject to certain limitations, especially when it intersects with criminal convictions. In Indiana, a conviction for domestic battery carries...
What Are Indiana’s Standard Field Sobriety Tests? Here’s the Breakdown

What Are Indiana’s Standard Field Sobriety Tests? Here’s the Breakdown

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 7, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI

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...
Invasion of Privacy Charges in Indiana: What You Need to Know

Invasion of Privacy Charges in Indiana: What You Need to Know

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 3, 2025 | Criminal Charges, No Contact Order, Protection Order

If you’re reading this blog, there’s a good chance that you or someone you care about is facing an invasion of privacy charge. This isn’t just another legal hiccup—it’s a serious situation that can lead to significant consequences. Understanding what’s at stake and...
First DUI in Indiana: What Should You Expect?

First DUI in Indiana: What Should You Expect?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 31, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

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...
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