by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 25, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Being charged with Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OWI), also known as DUI in Indiana, can have life-changing consequences, including license suspension, job loss, higher insurance costs, and even jail time. Choosing the right attorney is critical, but not...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 18, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
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,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 28, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
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...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 14, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, drunk driving is officially referred to as OWI—Operating While Intoxicated—under state law. While many people commonly use the term DUI, any legal paperwork will list the charge as OWI. The State of Indiana must prove three separate elements to secure a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 7, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
If you’ve been charged under Indiana Code § 9-30-5-2, you’re likely facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OWI) offense. However, if your charge includes an “endangerment” enhancement under subsection (b), the stakes are much higher. A basic OWI...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 1, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
If you’re charged with DUI in Indiana, one legal phrase can significantly raise the stakes: “endangering a person.” At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we often see that this enhancement is frequently tacked onto DUI charges—even without accidents or injuries. Indiana law...
