You’re on the side of the road. The lights are flashing behind you. The officer has already asked where you’re coming from, how much you’ve had to drink, and whether you’ll step out of the vehicle. Then come the field sobriety tests. Maybe you think you did fine....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
