by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 24, 2023 | DUI, OVWI, THC
If you have a controlled substance in your system—such as marijuana, cocaine, or prescription medication—getting pulled over by police can be very bad news. The law in Indiana says that driving with drugs or a controlled substance in your body is treated the same as a...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 10, 2022 | Chemical Test, DUI, Hardship License, License Suspension, OVWI, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
If you’re facing DUI / OVWI charges in the State of Indiana, you may have received a document in the mail that suggests you’ll be allowed to drive if you get a particular device installed in your vehicle. It’s important to understand that this is a promotional...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 3, 2022 | BMV, DUI, Hardship License, License Suspension, OVWI, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Following a DUI / OVWI case, most defendants are concerned about their driving privileges. If you were convicted, there are at least a couple of things that are probably going to happen with your driver’s license. First of all, the BMV is going to require you carry...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 18, 2022 | DUI, HVSO, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI
A habitual vehicular substance offender—not to be confused with a habitual traffic violator—is someone who’s facing a criminal sentencing enhancement based on a history of DUI / OVWI convictions. Attorneys Matt Kroes and Zac Bailey recently discussed how this works....
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 30, 2021 | DUI, Jail Time, OVWI, Refusal, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
In Indiana, a second DUI / OVWI 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...
