by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 19, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges
Think a busted taillight or a rolling stop can’t lead to a full-blown vehicle search? Think again. When it comes to roadside stops, the line between routine and invasive can blur quickly. That’s why knowing your Fourth Amendment rights—and how to assert them—isn’t...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 15, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
Let’s be honest—road rage is out of control. Since the 2020 lockdown, it’s like people forgot how to behave behind the wheel. I’ve been practicing law for nearly two decades, and I’ve never seen anything like this. The volume of reckless driving arrests, aggressive...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 8, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Disorderly Conduct
No one expects to end up in handcuffs over a shouting match or a rowdy night out—but it happens more often than you’d think. In Indiana, making too much noise, getting into a scuffle, or even being disruptive at a public meeting can land you with a criminal charge for...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 7, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Getting pulled over late at night can be a nerve-wracking experience. One minute you’re answering questions, and the next you’re trying to balance on one leg while traffic whizzes by. If you’ve “failed” a field sobriety test in Indiana, it’s important to know that...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 1, 2025 | BMV, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, SDP
What happens if you’re pulled over while driving with a suspended license in Indiana? This situation can quickly escalate into a serious legal problem, so it’s important to speak to an experienced Indiana criminal lawyer as soon as possible. The Initial...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 28, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Getting pulled over for a DUI in Indiana can be a psychological game from the moment the officer approaches your car. Officers often use a friendly tone to encourage you to talk and unknowingly incriminate yourself, claiming they just want to make sure you’re safe....
