by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 25, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Being charged with Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OWI/OVWI), also called Driving Under the Influence (DUI), is one of the most stressful situations you can face. The stakes are high: your driver’s license, your job, your insurance rates, your freedom, and your...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 18, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights
Introduction: You’re Not Out of Options If you’ve been stopped by police and charged with DUI (sometimes called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI/OWI) in Indiana), it’s easy to feel like the fight is over before it starts. Many people assume a drunk driving...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 28, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights
“The Officer Saw Me Do It, Why Would I Fight It?” If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Indiana, you’ve probably got a lot of questions. The most common one we hear is, “The officer saw everything. Why shouldn’t I just plead guilty and get it over with?” Or worse: “Do I...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 14, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI, Rights
In Indiana, the legal term for drunk driving is OWI, or Operating While Intoxicated. Many people say “DUI” or “OVWI,” but if you’re charged, your paperwork will read “OWI.” If you’ve been arrested, it may feel like the damage is already done. It’s not. The State still...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 7, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI, Rights
Charged with OWI and endangerment under Indiana Code § 9-30-5-2? Learn the difference between a basic OWI and an enhanced OWI charge to better understand why your next move matters. Not All OWIs Are Created Equal: The Truth About OWI with Endangerment in Indiana If...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 1, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, DUI, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI
If you’re facing DUI charges in Indiana, there’s one phrase in the law that carries a lot more weight than most people realize: “endangering a person.” At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we see it added to operating while intoxicated (DUI / OVWI) charges all the...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 24, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, OVWI, Rights
If you’re staring down your second DUI charge in Indiana, it’s time to throw out the playbook from your first offense. This isn’t just a rerun. It’s a sequel with significantly higher stakes—and it might be the kind that doesn’t come with a happy ending unless you act...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 17, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI, Rights
Maybe you’ve heard the phrase “wet reckless” thrown around. Maybe someone told you it was the secret to avoiding a DUI. In some places, it might even be a solid piece of advice. But if you are facing a DUI in Indiana, it is time for a reality check. Wet reckless might...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 6, 2025 | DUI, Jail Time, OVWI, Refusal, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
In Indiana, a second DUI 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 Most crimes require that...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 3, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, Specialized Driving Privileges
If you’ve recently been arrested for a DUI in Indiana, one of the first questions that might cross your mind is: Is my driver’s license already suspended? It’s a fair question—and the honest answer is: it depends. This is where things start to get complicated. As any...
