by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 29, 2023 | Criminal Charges, Protection Order
We all have a pretty good idea of what harassment means. It might involve annoying, personal comments. It might involve persistent messages. In some situations, it might just mean that one person doesn’t understand how unwelcome their behavior is to another person....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 8, 2023 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery
Criminal confinement is a topic that often comes up in cases related to domestic violence or battery. If you find yourself in a situation where you’re facing charges of confinement, an Indiana criminal lawyer can help you to understand the potential consequences. ...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 25, 2023 | Alcohol, Car Crash, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, Property Damage, Safe Driving
If you’re in a car accident, it’s very important that you do not leave the scene. This is especially true if you think that you may be charged with an Indiana DUI. If you hit something with your vehicle and don’t stick around, this can compound your troubles. It can...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 18, 2023 | Criminal Charges, General, Theft
In the State of Indiana, theft is defined by statute: A person who knowingly or intentionally exerts unauthorized control over property of another person, with intent to deprive the other person of any part of its value or use, commits theft, a Class A misdemeanor. ...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 4, 2023 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Getting an Indiana DUI is no joke, but you know what can make it worse? Having kids in the car when you get pulled over. Standard Indiana DUI Typically, an Indiana DUI starts off as a Class C misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of 60 days in jail and a $500...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 28, 2023 | Criminal Charges, Resisting Law Enforcement
Picture this: You’re driving on the road, and the police attempt to pull you over. If you fail to stop, that’s resisting law enforcement. Misdemeanor to Felony Typically, resisting law enforcement is a Class A misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of 365...