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Refusing a DUI Test in Indiana: The Costly Consequences You Might Not Expect

Refusing a DUI Test in Indiana: The Costly Consequences You Might Not Expect

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 29, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

Getting pulled over for drunk driving is stressful, but refusing a chemical test in Indiana can make things far worse. Under Indiana’s Implied Consent Law, drivers are required to submit to a certified chemical test—usually a breath or blood test—if an officer has...
What Is Proportionality of Self-Defense in Indiana?

What Is Proportionality of Self-Defense in Indiana?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 24, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense

If you’ve been arrested after standing up for yourself or someone else, you may be wondering what happened. After all, Indiana is clear on where it stands: “[I]t is the policy of this state” to preserve a citizen’s right to protect themselves, their home, and others...
Facing a Drunk Driving Arrest in Indiana? Don’t Plead Guilty Until You Know Your Options

Facing a Drunk Driving Arrest in Indiana? Don’t Plead Guilty Until You Know Your Options

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 22, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving in Indiana, pleading guilty right away may feel like the easiest solution—but it can cause lasting damage to your future. In Indiana, the official charge is called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), and the legal...
Facing a DUI Arrest in Indiana: What Happens Next?

Facing a DUI Arrest in Indiana: What Happens Next?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 15, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

Being charged with a DUI (or OVWI in Indiana) can be overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure about jail time, license suspension, or the court process ahead. In Indiana, DUI, OWI, OVWI, and DWI all refer to the same offense: operating a vehicle while intoxicated....
Felony Intimidation, Free Speech, and the Limits of Bad Jokes in Indiana

Felony Intimidation, Free Speech, and the Limits of Bad Jokes in Indiana

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 11, 2025 | Criminal Charges, First Amendment, Intimidation

Can a dark joke in a private Snapchat group really lead to felony charges in Indiana? Do you need a criminal defense attorney just for saying something edgy online? According to a recent Court of Appeals decision—not necessarily. This is a case about the limits of the...
Should You Go to Trial? What to Know Before Making One of the Biggest Decisions in Your Criminal Case

Should You Go to Trial? What to Know Before Making One of the Biggest Decisions in Your Criminal Case

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 10, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges

When you’re staring down criminal charges in Indiana, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether or not to take your case to trial. It’s not a decision you make lightly or make alone. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we’ve helped countless clients...
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