by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 2, 2023 | BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
For a lot of people facing Indiana DUI charges, this is a new situation. They haven’t been arrested before, and they don’t know what to expect. Here’s a brief overview of what a DUI defendant can expect. Where It Starts It all begins with the night (or day) you get...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 13, 2022 | Alcohol, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you’re facing DUI/OVWI charges in Indiana, you may have received a letter in the mail suggesting you get an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. It’s important to understand that this is a promotional strategy and not a letter from the...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 30, 2022 | BMV, Insurance, SDP
One of the most common questions we get asked at the Marc Lopez Law Firm is, “Do I qualify for specialized driving privileges?” The answer to that is, most likely, yes. Indiana adopted what is called the specialized driving privilege laws which allows people who have...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 4, 2022 | BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Following a DUI/OVWI case, defendants are often concerned about their driving privileges. The BMV will require SR-22 coverage for a minimum of three years following a conviction, and there may be a license suspension to deal with. If the suspension has not yet...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 2, 2021 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
In Indiana, a second DUI / OVWI is treated much more seriously than a first offense. Whether it’s called an OWI, a DWI, or a DUI, Indiana formally categorizes these crimes as OVWI, or operating a vehicle while intoxicated. DUI: Not a “Normal” Crime...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 18, 2021 | BMV, Criminal Charges, SDP
The answer is absolutely yes. If you’re driving on a suspended license or driving without a license, there’s a real possibility you could end up in jail. But let’s back up for a moment. How does a driver’s license get suspended? In Indiana there are two types of...
