by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 21, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Indiana, it’s likely under the state’s specific term—OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated). Unlike the more familiar acronyms DUI or OWI, Indiana’s definition emphasizes “operating” rather than “driving,” meaning you can be...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 14, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
DUI checkpoints are legal in Indiana, but only if law enforcement strictly follows a set of constitutional guidelines established by the courts. These checkpoints must adhere to six core requirements: a neutral, pre-approved operational plan; a legitimate focus on...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 7, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are a critical component of DUI investigations, developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. These roadside evaluations consist of three...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 31, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Being arrested for a first-time DUI in Indiana can be overwhelming, with immediate consequences and varying legal outcomes depending on the county. The process typically starts with an automatic suspension of your driver’s license if your BAC is 0.08 or higher, and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 24, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Refusing a chemical test during a DUI stop in Indiana can lead to an automatic license suspension, even before you’re convicted of any crime. Under Indiana’s implied consent law, simply driving in the state means you’ve agreed to take a breath, blood, or urine...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 19, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI/DUI) charge as a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holder in Indiana can be devastating, leading to severe penalties that threaten both your career and livelihood. CDL drivers are held to stricter standards, with a...
