When facing criminal charges, it’s important to understand that there are not only direct consequences, such as a criminal sentence and monetary fine, but also collateral consequences. One such collateral consequence is difficulty traveling to Canada. Canada...
In the state of Indiana, DUI/OVWI charges are taken very seriously and are treated more harshly than other crimes. Unlike other criminal charges such as disorderly conduct or battery, which require the state to prove intent, DUI/OVWI charges do not have a mens rea...
If you’re facing DUI/OVWI charges in Indiana, you may have received a letter in the mail suggesting you get an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. It’s important to understand that this is a promotional strategy and not a letter from the...
In Indiana, it is possible to file for an expungement to remove a DUI from your criminal record, but the expungement process has limitations. After a waiting period of five years for misdemeanors and eight years for felonies, you can file for an expungement, which...
Following a DUI/OVWI case, defendants are often concerned about their driving privileges. The BMV will require SR-22 coverage for a minimum of three years following a conviction, and there may be a license suspension to deal with. If the suspension has not yet...
In Indiana, a Habitual Vehicular Substance Offender (HVSO) enhancement can result in a severe sentence increase based on a history of DUI/OVWI convictions. It can be triggered by a third DUI/OVWI conviction within the last 10 years or a fourth DUI/OVWI conviction...
