by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 7, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
If you have been charged with a crime after a fight, confrontation, or physical altercation, you may be wondering whether self defense can protect you. This is one of the most common questions we hear from clients. Many people believe they acted lawfully, but they are...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 5, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A first-time OVWI or DUI charge in Boone County can be far more serious than many people expect. Indiana law allows drivers to be charged not only for alcohol but also for impairment caused by illegal drugs, prescription medications, or a combination of substances....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 31, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment
The Four Things You Should Always Say If You’re Stopped by Police Getting stopped by the police can be nerve-wracking, even if you think you’ve done nothing wrong. Knowing what to say, and what not to say, can make all the difference. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 29, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Not all DUI cases in Boone County are misdemeanors, and assuming they are can have serious consequences. In Indiana, DUI, formally called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), may start as a misdemeanor, but certain factors can elevate the charge to a felony....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 22, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you are arrested for drunk driving in Boone County, Indiana, the difference between OWI, DUI, and OVWI can be confusing. Under Indiana law, they all refer to the same offense. Indiana uses the terms OWI or OVWI instead of DUI and focuses on operating a vehicle...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 17, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Handgun, Self-Defense
When Self-Defense Turns Into a Criminal Investigation If you’ve ever imagined what a true self-defense situation feels like, you probably picture the fear, the adrenaline, and the instinct to survive. What most people don’t picture is what comes next, the part where...
