by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 13, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions About First-Offense OVWI in Hamilton County Will I automatically go to jail for a first OVWI? No. Jail is not mandatory for a first-offense OVWI in Indiana, even in Hamilton County. Can the prosecutor still ask for jail time? Yes....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 6, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can an Indiana OWI affect my professional license? Yes. An Indiana OWI can create problems beyond criminal court, including possible reporting obligations, licensing board scrutiny, discipline, suspension, and damage to your professional...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 30, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI / OWI Timing in Indiana How long does the State have to test my BAC after driving in Indiana? Under Indiana law, the State has a three-hour window to obtain a chemical test (breath or blood). If your test is administered within...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 23, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI / OWI Traffic Stops in Indiana What should I say if an officer asks if I’ve been drinking? You are not required to answer that question. A safe and effective response is:“Officer, here are my documents. I’m not answering any...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 16, 2026 | BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Nobody expects to get arrested for DUI, especially if they’ve never been in trouble before. Going to jail is always scary, but what are the long term consequences? How Does Indiana Treat a First-Time DUI? The State of Indiana imposes harsh penalties for a DUI...
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...
