by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 1, 2025 | BMV, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, SDP
What to Expect if You’re Pulled Over While Driving with a Suspended License in Indiana Hey everyone, Attorney Zach Richey from Marc Lopez Law Firm here. Today, I want to discuss what happens if you’re pulled over while driving with a suspended license in...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 28, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Getting pulled over for a DUI in Indiana can be a psychological game from the moment the officer approaches your car. Officers often use a friendly tone to encourage you to talk and unknowingly incriminate yourself, claiming they just want to make sure you’re safe....
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 | 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 12, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Facing an OVWI charge in Indiana can be overwhelming, especially if you refused a chemical test. Many people mistakenly believe that refusing a breath or blood test will prevent the state from collecting evidence against them. However, under Indiana’s Implied Consent...
