FAQ: Indiana OWI Refusals and Chemical Tests What happens if I refuse a chemical test in Indiana? If you refuse a chemical test in Indiana after an officer properly advises you under the implied consent law, you can face an automatic license suspension. A first...
Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Emergencies and DUI Arrests in Indiana 1. Can I be arrested for DUI in Indiana if I was having a medical emergency? Yes. In Indiana, an officer may arrest someone for Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated if the officer...
Common Questions About Drunk Driving Charges in Indiana Will I go to jail for an OWI Most first time OWI arrests involve only the initial overnight stay. Additional jail time depends on your criminal history, the facts of your case, and the county where you are...
FAQ: Second DUI, OWI, and OVWI in Indiana What is OVWI in Indiana? OVWI stands for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. It is Indiana’s formal term for what many people call DUI, OWI, or drunk driving. Is a second DUI always a felony in Indiana? No. A second DUI /...
FAQ: Second OVWI, DUI, and Repeat Drunk Driving Charges in Indiana Is DUI the same thing as OVWI in Indiana? In everyday conversation, yes. People say DUI, OWI, drunk driving, and OVWI to describe the same general category of offense. In Indiana, the formal charge is...
FAQ: First-Time OVWI, DUI, and OWI Charges in Indiana Can a first-time DUI / OVWI offender go to jail in Hamilton County? Yes. A first-time DUI / OVWI offender can go to jail in Hamilton County because jail is within the possible sentencing range for criminal charges...
