Being charged with a DUI (or OVWI in Indiana) can be overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure about jail time, license suspension, or the court process ahead. In Indiana, DUI, OWI, OVWI, and DWI all refer to the same offense: operating a vehicle while intoxicated....
Indiana’s drunk driving laws are more complex than the familiar slogan “Over the limit, under arrest” suggests. In the state, the offense is known as OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated), and while a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher...
Getting arrested for DUI (or OVWI, as Indiana calls it) is intimidating, but it doesn’t mean a conviction is guaranteed. Police and prosecutors must follow strict rules, and when they don’t, the evidence can be thrown out. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, attorneys defend...
Being charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OVWI, informally known as DUI), can have life-changing consequences, including license suspension, job loss, higher insurance costs, and even jail time. Choosing the right Indiana DUI lawyer is critical, but...
Being charged with OWI in Indiana can feel overwhelming, but it does not automatically mean a conviction. Many people mistakenly believe a DUI arrest seals their fate, but experienced defense strategies can make all the difference. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm,...
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Indiana, it’s tempting to plead guilty right away—especially if the officer witnessed everything. But doing so can be one of the worst decisions you make, because it gives the State exactly what it wants without having to prove...
