A criminal record has a way of sticking around longer than anyone wants. You make a mistake, you deal with the case, you do what the court requires, and years later it can still pop up when you apply for a job, volunteer at your child’s school, try to rent an...
Common Questions About Drunk Driving Charges in Indiana Will I go to jail for an OWI Most first time OWI arrests involve only the initial overnight stay. Additional jail time depends on your criminal history, the facts of your case, and the county where you are...
A police officer walks up to your window and asks, “Do you know why I pulled you over?” It sounds harmless. It sounds like small talk. It may even sound like the officer is trying to be friendly. Make no mistake about it: a traffic stop is an investigation. That does...
Criminal recklessness does not always get the same attention as battery, assault, or DUI. That can make people underestimate it. Big mistake. In Indiana, you do not have to injure anyone to be charged with criminal recklessness. The focus is often on risk. Did your...
FAQ: Second DUI, OWI, and OVWI in Indiana What is OVWI in Indiana? OVWI stands for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. It is Indiana’s formal term for what many people call DUI, OWI, or drunk driving. Is a second DUI always a felony in Indiana? No. A second DUI /...
When a police officer starts asking questions, most people want to explain. They want to be helpful. They want to prove they have nothing to hide. That instinct can be dangerous. Police questioning is not a casual conversation. It is part of a criminal investigation,...
