by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 18, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Handgun, Search and Seizure
You follow the law. You carry your firearm responsibly. You never expect that a routine traffic stop could end with you in handcuffs for a gun you legally own. Unfortunately, it happens more often than people realize, and most drivers don’t know enough about their...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 16, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
What is the difference between DUI, OWI, and OVWI in Indiana? In Indiana, DUI is a commonly used term, but the actual criminal charge is OVWI, which stands for Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. You may also hear OWI used interchangeably. They all refer to drunk...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 9, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Frequently Asked Questions About OVWI and DUI in Indiana Is OVWI the same as a DUI in Indiana? Yes and no. OVWI is Indiana’s legal term for what most people call a DUI, but the law is broader. OVWI stands for Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, and it covers...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 4, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Handgun
Carrying a firearm comes with responsibility. Most people understand that part. What many don’t realize is that every time they carry a gun, they’re stepping into two potential fights. The first fight is obvious: surviving the encounter. The second fight is the one...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 2, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI and OWI in Boone County, Indiana What is the difference between DUI and OWI in Indiana? In Indiana, the legal term is OWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated). DUI, or driving under the influence, is a commonly used phrase, but...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 28, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Search and Seizure
You’re pulled over. The blue lights are flashing. The officer is polite, and everything seems routine. Then you hear it: “Go ahead and pop the trunk for me.” It sounds like an order. It feels like an order. Most people comply without a second thought. But here’s the...
