Being charged with OWI in Indiana can feel overwhelming, but it does not automatically mean a conviction. Many people mistakenly believe a DUI arrest seals their fate, but experienced defense strategies can make all the difference. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, attorneys have successfully defended clients for nearly two decades by challenging key aspects of the State’s case. Common defenses include questioning whether the defendant was truly “operating” the vehicle, examining whether breath or blood tests were conducted within the required three-hour window, and ensuring that chemical tests followed strict legal procedures. If these rules are not met, crucial evidence can be thrown out, weakening the prosecution’s position significantly.
Other defense strategies focus on constitutional protections and police training. For example, if Miranda rights were violated during a custodial interrogation, statements made could be suppressed. Similarly, officers often fail to properly administer field sobriety tests, which diminishes their credibility in court. Each of these approaches targets a vital element of the State’s case, and if even one is successfully challenged, the prosecution may fail to meet its burden of proof. Because the stakes are so high—impacting a person’s license, job, reputation, and freedom—having a knowledgeable defense team that knows how to exploit these weaknesses is essential. The Marc Lopez Law Firm emphasizes aggressive, tailored defenses to give clients the best chance at protecting their future.
