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Understanding Self-Defense in Indiana Criminal Law: Protecting Your Rights

Understanding Self-Defense in Indiana Criminal Law: Protecting Your Rights

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 13, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense

Facing criminal charges is an overwhelming and stressful experience, especially when your actions were taken in self-defense. Many people find themselves in legal trouble after defending themselves from an attack, unsure of how the law applies to their situation. If...
Indiana DUI/OVWI and Chemical Tests: What You Need to Consider Before Refusing

Indiana DUI/OVWI and Chemical Tests: What You Need to Consider Before Refusing

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 12, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

Facing an OVWI charge in Indiana can be overwhelming, especially if you refused a chemical test. Many people mistakenly believe that refusing a breath or blood test will prevent the state from collecting evidence against them. However, under Indiana’s Implied Consent...
Facing a Second DUI/OVWI in Indiana? Here’s What’s at Stake

Facing a Second DUI/OVWI in Indiana? Here’s What’s at Stake

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 10, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

A second DUI/OVWI charge in Indiana carries significantly harsher penalties than a first offense, often surprising those accused. Indiana law automatically elevates a second offense within seven years to a Level 6 felony, which can result in up to 2.5 years in jail,...
Alternative Misdemeanor Sentencing in Indiana: A Path to Reducing Felony Charges

Alternative Misdemeanor Sentencing in Indiana: A Path to Reducing Felony Charges

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 6, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges

Facing a felony charge in Indiana can be overwhelming. A felony conviction carries serious consequences that can affect every aspect of your life, from employment opportunities to housing and even your ability to own a firearm. However, Indiana law provides a legal...
Indiana DUI Laws: License Suspension for First-Time Offenders Explained

Indiana DUI Laws: License Suspension for First-Time Offenders Explained

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 5, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

In Indiana, a driver’s license is automatically suspended for a first-time DUI offense, with no leniency in the law. If a driver is arrested with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher, their license will be suspended at their initial court...
The Impact of a Fourth DUI in Indiana: Understanding the Severity

The Impact of a Fourth DUI in Indiana: Understanding the Severity

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 3, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI

Facing a fourth DUI charge in Indiana carries severe consequences, including potential classification as a Habitual Vehicular Substance Offender (HBSO), which can add one to eight years to a sentence. The penalties vary based on prior offenses, with those convicted of...
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