by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 7, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, Implied Consent, OVWI, Refusal, Rights
Don’t Let a Traffic Stop Dictate Your Future You’re pulled over late at night. The officer asks if you’ve had anything to drink. Next thing you know, you’re standing on one leg, walking heel-to-toe, and following a pen with your eyes. Then you hear those dreaded...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 5, 2025 | DUI, Jail Time, OVWI
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Indiana, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, our staff of Indiana DUI lawyers understand the anxiety and confusion that follow an arrest. We’re here to guide you through...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 28, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
You’re driving home when the flashing red and blue lights pop up behind you. The officer walks up, asks if you’ve been drinking, and suddenly you’re in a situation you never thought you’d be in. Hi, I’m Marc Lopez, former DUI prosecutor turned defense attorney, and...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 21, 2025 | Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
You’ve heard of DUI. Maybe even OWI. But if you’ve been charged in Indiana, chances are you’re dealing with something called an OVWI. It stands for Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, and it covers everything from weaving in your lane to full-blown crashes. Whether...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 14, 2025 | Checkpoint, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI, Rights
Did you know DUI checkpoints are perfectly legal—until they aren’t? If you’ve heard that DUI checkpoints are legal in Indiana, well, that’s technically true. But legality isn’t a get-out-of-jail-free card for law enforcement. There are strict constitutional...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 7, 2025 | Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, OVWI, Rights
Every year, thousands of drivers across the country are stopped on suspicion of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI). These stops often lead to a crucial decision point—whether or not the officer has probable cause to make an arrest. That...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 31, 2025 | CDL, Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, Defenses, DUI, Implied Consent, Jail Time, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP
People ask this all the time: What actually happens with a first-time DUI? And the answer is… it depends. There’s no one-size-fits-all outcome, and if you’ve been arrested for DUI in Indiana, the road ahead can feel like a minefield. The good news? We’ve been down...
by The Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 24, 2025 | BMV, Chemical Test, Defense to DUI / OVWI, DUI, Implied Consent, License Suspension, OVWI, Refusal, Rights, SDP, Specialized Driving Privileges
The Shock of a Suspended License Picture this: You get pulled over, the officer suspects you’ve been drinking, and they ask you to take a breath or blood test. Maybe you were confused. Maybe you weren’t given a clear explanation of the consequences. Maybe you didn’t...
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...
