by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 20, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Common Questions People Ask After an Indiana OWI Arrest Is an OWI in Indiana the same as a DUI? In Indiana, yes. Indiana uses the term OWI or OVWI, but many people search for DUI because it is more familiar. OWI is also used in some contexts. If you were arrested for...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 15, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, General, Search and Seizure
Police traffic stops are stressful. You see the lights behind you. Your heart rate jumps. Maybe you were speeding. Maybe your taillight is out. Whatever the reason, you pull over and hope the stop is quick. Then the officer walks up, chats politely, and asks a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 13, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions About First-Offense OVWI in Hamilton County Will I automatically go to jail for a first OVWI? No. Jail is not mandatory for a first-offense OVWI in Indiana, even in Hamilton County. Can the prosecutor still ask for jail time? Yes....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 6, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can an Indiana OWI affect my professional license? Yes. An Indiana OWI can create problems beyond criminal court, including possible reporting obligations, licensing board scrutiny, discipline, suspension, and damage to your professional...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 1, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Search and Seizure
It is late at night. You are relaxing at home, maybe getting ready for bed, maybe watching television, or maybe you are finally enjoying a quiet moment after a long day. Then you hear it: a hard knock at the door. You check the peephole and see someone dressed like a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 30, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI / OWI Timing in Indiana How long does the State have to test my BAC after driving in Indiana? Under Indiana law, the State has a three-hour window to obtain a chemical test (breath or blood). If your test is administered within...
