by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 19, 2025 | CDL, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, License Suspension, OVWI, Rights
If you’re a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holder in Indiana, facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI / DUI) charge can be catastrophic for your career and livelihood. Unlike regular drivers, CDL holders are subject to stricter laws, harsher...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 17, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Not all second DUI arrests are treated the same under Indiana law. The severity of the charge and potential penalties depend on when the second arrest occurs in relation to your first conviction. Second DUI Within Seven Years – Felony Charge If your second DUI arrest...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 12, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP
Facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI) charge in Indiana can be stressful and confusing, especially if you refused a chemical test. Many people believe that refusing to take a breath or blood test will prevent the state from gathering evidence against...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 10, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP
If you’ve been charged with a second DUI (referred to as OVWI in Indiana), you may be wondering why the consequences are so much harsher than your first offense. Many people are caught off guard by the severity of Indiana’s laws regarding repeat drunk driving...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 5, 2025 | BMV, Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, License Suspension, OVWI, SDP
Does a driver’s license get suspended for a person’s first DUI? Yes, it absolutely does. There is no leniency in the code for first-time offenders. The law treats a first DUI just as seriously as any subsequent DUIs. If you are arrested for a DUI in...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 3, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI
If you’re facing a fourth DUI charge in Indiana, you’re in serious trouble. The consequences are severe, varying significantly across different counties and even between judges within the same county. Let’s break down the potential penalties and the...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 26, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
Being charged with Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (DUI / OVWI) in Hamilton County, Indiana, is a serious matter that requires immediate attention and careful navigation of the legal process. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming this...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 24, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, OVWI, Refusal, Rights
When facing an OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated) charge, understanding the different types of tests used to measure intoxication is crucial. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we frequently receive questions about the differences between roadside tests and those...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 19, 2025 | DUI, Jail Time, OVWI
If you’ve been arrested for an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI) charge, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we understand the anxiety and confusion that follow an arrest, and we’re...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 17, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, DUI, OVWI
What Does “Endangerment” Mean in OWI Cases? When you hear “Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated” (OWI) with an endangerment charge, it sounds serious—like you were driving recklessly and putting lives at risk. But let’s break it down....
