by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 4, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges
When people think of getting arrested, they might picture a scene straight out of a TV show, where the officer sternly recites, You have the right to remain silent . . . This is part of the Miranda warning, a legal safeguard for individuals in police custody. As any...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 29, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
Your Choice of Attorney Could Change the Outcome of Your Case If you’ve been charged with a crime, the decision of which attorney you hire will shape your future. You might be wondering: Can I trust this lawyer? Will they actually fight for me? Will they keep me...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 27, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, Expungement, OVWI
If you’ve been arrested or convicted of a DUI in Indiana, the amount of time it stays on your record depends on your case outcome and whether you qualify for expungement. Expungement is the legal process of sealing your record from public view so that it no longer...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 22, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement, Handgun
A Clean Slate and a Second Chance at the Second Amendment Getting a criminal record expunged in Indiana is more than just a legal victory. For many people, it’s an opportunity to move forward with dignity and reclaim lost rights. One of the biggest motivators? The...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 20, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
After being arrested for DUI / OWI in Indiana, many first-time offenders are shocked by how quickly their situation escalates. The process begins with an initial hearing, where charges are read and the judge determines how to handle the case. In most misdemeanor...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 15, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Search and Seizure
You’re at home, minding your business, when there’s an unexpected knock at the door. It’s the police. They don’t have a warrant, and they’re asking to come inside. Sound harmless? It’s not. This common investigative tactic, known as a knock and talk, is a backdoor...
