by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 25, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment
Why does the Marc Lopez Law Firm encourage people to plead the 5th? What does it mean to invoke the Fifth Amendment? The experienced criminal lawyers at the Marc Lopez Law Firm have created this blog to explain the basics of the Fifth Amendment, when it applies, and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 23, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
Recently, a viral video has sparked considerable discussion about the nuances of self-defense and property defense. The footage showcases an incident that initially appears to be a straightforward defense of property but quickly escalates into a self-defense scenario....
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 16, 2024 | Criminal Charges
Serving a sentence on house arrest in Indiana offers a unique opportunity to serve time at home instead of in jail. However, this privilege comes with strict requirements and responsibilities. Understanding these expectations is crucial for successfully completing...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 14, 2024 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, THC
In Indiana, you can be charged with a Marijuana DUI even if you’re not actively high, as the law does not differentiate between active THC and inactive metabolites in your system. This means you could face charges simply for having THC in your body, even if the...
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...
