by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 11, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Drug Charges, DUI, Handgun, OVWI, Search and Seizure, THC
Getting pulled over is stressful. Blue lights flash behind you, your pulse spikes, and suddenly an officer is standing at your window asking questions that could change the course of your night, or your life. Police officers are trained to ask the same three questions...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 9, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions Is completing an alcohol evaluation the same as pleading guilty? No. Completing an evaluation is not a guilty plea and not an admission of guilt. It is a proactive step that can improve how you are perceived in court and during negotiations....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 2, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between DUI, OWI, and OVWI in Indiana? Nothing significant. DUI and OWI are common terms. The formal charge in Indiana is typically OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated). How long do I have to keep an ignition...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 23, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Is OWI worse than DUI in Indiana? No. OWI and DUI are the same offense under Indiana law. The difference is purely terminology. Indiana uses OWI, while other states use DUI. Why does Indiana use the term OWI instead of DUI? Indiana law focuses on operating a vehicle,...
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...
