Getting pulled over late at night can be a nerve-wracking experience. One minute you’re answering questions, and the next you’re trying to balance on one leg while traffic whizzes by. If you’ve “failed” a field sobriety test in Indiana, it’s important to know that this doesn’t automatically mean you’re guilty. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we’re passionate about breaking down these so-called tests and exposing their many flaws—from sloppy administration and unfair testing conditions to biased interpretations and outdated training. We’ve seen officers unable to demonstrate the tests they administer and rely on subjective opinions that don’t hold up under scrutiny. If it’s not done by the book, it doesn’t count.
We dig deep—into medical histories, into the video (if it exists), and into the officer’s own words. Everyday behaviors like red eyes, nervousness, or clumsy movements aren’t crimes, and we make sure the court knows it. We highlight junk science, missing footage, and stop-the-car tactics that don’t follow the law. If the initial traffic stop wasn’t legal, we’ll argue that everything that followed should be tossed out. Field sobriety tests are not science—they’re often guesswork with flashing lights.
