Category Archives: DUI
When is an OWI Endangerment Enhancement a Felony?
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a very serious matter in Indiana and the penalties are very strict. However, if you behaved in a manner that was likely to cause serious injury while driving under the influence, it can make the situation much more severe. Sometimes it can even elevate a… Read More »
What are Your Rights at a DUI Checkpoint?
DUI checkpoints in Indiana are very common, particularly at certain times of the year, such as holidays, including the Fourth of July. These checkpoints are intended to reduce incidents of impaired driving, but law enforcement must follow specific requirements when conducting these checkpoints. Additionally, drivers have certain rights when at a checkpoint, and it… Read More »
How Long Does an OWI Stay on Your Record in Indianapolis?
Operating while intoxicated (OWI), also commonly referred to as driving under the influence (DUI) charges are taken very seriously in Indiana. A conviction for this crime will have many negative impacts on your life, including your criminal and driving records. For this reason, many people wonder how long an OWI will stay on their… Read More »
Understanding Charging Levels for OWIs in Indiana
When a person is charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana, they can face charges that range from a Class C misdemeanor up to a serious felony offense. The way in which OWI cases are charged depends on the individual facts of the case, including the details surrounding the motorist’s intoxication,… Read More »
What is an Ignition Interlock Device?
After a person is convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana, they may be required to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle in order to be permitted to operate the vehicle — either as a result of special driving privileges or after the jail portion of a sentence has… Read More »
Defenses in Indiana DUI Cases
Charges for intoxicated driving in Indiana need to be taken extremely seriously since convictions can result in harsh consequences. Impaired driving as a result of substance or alcohol use in Indiana is typically charged under IC 9-30-5-1 for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, formerly known more commonly as a DUI. The level of the… Read More »
Underage OWI/DUI and Other Alcohol Charges
Minors, as well as adults under the age of 21, can face serious charges if they are stopped for driving with any alcohol in their systems at all, and they can even face charges simply for the possession or consumption of an alcoholic beverage. Anybody under the age of 21 who is facing OWI… Read More »
What to Expect: OWI/DUI Charges
If you are pulled over on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in or around Indianapolis, or if you are arrested for an OWI after going through a sobriety checkpoint, it is essential to know what you should expect and what steps you will need to take in order to fight the… Read More »
4 Ways To Challenge Breathalyzer Test Results
In Indiana, if you are suspected to be operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, a law enforcement officer may request you to take a breathalyzer test. You may also be asked to take a breathalyzer test if you are involved in an accident in which alcohol use is suspected. Indiana has implied… Read More »
Can a DUI Affect My Professional License?
In Indiana, you can obtain a DUI or an OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) if you are found to be operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more. Being convicted of a DUI in Indiana can result in harsh consequences. A DUI conviction can result in driver’s license suspension, jail time,… Read More »