by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 16, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Facing DUI charges without clear evidence of driving is a frustrating and surprisingly common experience in Indiana. Many people find themselves accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OVWI), even when the evidence is circumstantial or weak. Scenarios often...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 13, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A third DUI offense in Indiana carries increasingly severe consequences, reflecting the State’s firm stance on protecting public safety. While a first DUI is treated as a wake-up call with relatively lenient penalties such as fines, probation, and mandatory...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 9, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A DUI charge in Indiana can sometimes escalate to a felony, depending on the circumstances and your history. Even a first-time DUI can become a felony if a minor is in the vehicle or if the offense involves an accident causing injury. Indiana also has strict laws for...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 2, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
A first-time DUI in Indiana comes with serious consequences, starting with an automatic license suspension if blood alcohol content is 0.08 or higher. Legal representation may be able to help secure specialized driving privileges and will help to navigate the complex...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 25, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Navigating a DUI charge in Indiana can be daunting, especially if you were involved in an accident that wasn’t your fault. Indiana DUI laws are governed by two statutes: one based on proving intoxication without test results and another relying on blood or breath...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 22, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Many people are surprised to learn that in Indiana, DUI laws apply equally to both public and private property. Operating a vehicle—such as an ATV—in your own yard, or driving a tractor on private farmland after consuming alcohol can still lead to a criminal charge. ...
