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 4, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
In Indiana, a first-time DUI (also known as OVWI or OWI) could lead to a court-ordered ignition interlock device, though it’s not always mandatory and depends largely on the judge’s discretion. This breathalyzer device is required for those who refuse a chemical test...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 28, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you’ve been arrested for an Indiana DUI/OVWI, you might be required to use an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) as part of your Specialized Driving Privileges (SDP), allowing legal driving while your case is pending. This device, a breathalyzer installed in...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 9, 2024 | Insurance, SDP
If you’ve been granted Indiana Specialized Driving Privileges (SDP), there’s a good chance that you’ll be required to attend a compliance hearing. This is the court’s way of ensuring that you’re adhering to the rules and restrictions that were set when you...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 25, 2024 | Alcohol, BMV, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Facing a DUI charge in Indiana can be incredibly daunting, affecting not just the individual but also their family and friends. The possibility of an immediate driver’s license suspension adds confusion and stress. The legal procedures for DUI cases are...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 21, 2024 | BMV, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, Safe Driving, SDP
No one expects to get arrested for DUI, and as a consequence, not many DUI defendants are prepared for what comes next. One thing’s for sure: An experienced Indiana DUI lawyer can help. The primary concern for many Indiana DUI defendants is their driver’s...
