by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 30, 2025 | Defenses to Criminal Charges, General, Search and Seizure
Getting pulled over by the police can be nerve-wracking, especially if they want to search your car. Do you have to let them? What are your rights? Knowing the rules can help you stay calm and protect yourself. In Indiana, the law protects you from illegal searches...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 8, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime, the time to hire a criminal defense attorney is immediately. Don’t make the mistake of hiring a family law attorney, a trust and estates attorney, or even the lawyer who helped your uncle with a real estate deal....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 27, 2024 | Criminal Charges, General
A wise Hoosier once said we should be careful about what we pretend to be. He was right, of course, and this is especially true if you’re pretending to be a public servant. Fantasies have their place, but make-believe has gone too far when it requires the services of...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 25, 2024 | General, Traffic Court
At Marc Lopez Law, we receive numerous inquiries from individuals facing traffic infractions. Whether it’s speeding, running a red light, or passing a school bus with its stop sign out, the question remains: Do you need to hire an attorney? Here, we break down...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 6, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, a lot of prospective clients ask, Do I need to hire an attorney before my initial hearing? The answer, in nearly every case, is an emphatic yes. If you’ve been charged with a crime, it’s never too early to hire an experienced Indiana...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 27, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
A critical mistake many people make when faced with criminal charges: hiring a family friend, a family attorney, or a general practice lawyer for their criminal defense. While it might seem convenient or cost-effective, this decision can have severe consequences for...
