by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 8, 2026 | Car Crash, Chemical Test, Collision, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, Specialized Driving Privileges
Being arrested for drunk driving in Indiana is one of the most stressful moments a person can experience. The stop happens fast, the officer believes you are intoxicated, and suddenly you are facing a criminal charge that could affect your license, your job, your...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 1, 2026 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Hardship License, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Getting arrested for a second DUI in Indiana is not the same as getting arrested the first time. For starters, Indiana does not officially call it DUI. In this state, the charge is usually OVWI, which stands for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. People also use...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 18, 2026 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
First-Time DUI in Indiana Does Not Mean “No Jail” Let’s clear up a dangerous misunderstanding. A lot of people charged with their first OWI, DUI, or OVWI think the same thing: This is my first criminal case. I’ve never been in trouble before. They’re not going to put...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 30, 2026 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, OVWI, Rights
Indiana DUI / OWI Cases: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think If you’ve been charged with a DUI, known in Indiana as OWI (Operating While Intoxicated), you might assume the case comes down to one number: your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). That’s what most...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 2, 2026 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
If you’ve been charged with an OWI, DUI, or a drunk driving offense in Indiana, you may have heard the judge mention an ignition interlock device. Maybe your license was suspended after a failed chemical test. Maybe the BMV was notified. Maybe you were told you can...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 16, 2026 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Hardship License, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Getting arrested for a DUI can feel overwhelming. One moment you’re driving, and the next you’re dealing with police questions, roadside tests, and the very real fear of losing your license, or worse. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, OWI, or OVWI in Indianapolis, it...
