It has happened again. While driving south on a busy street, you pass a police vehicle in pursuit of another car. Your fortunes are about to change. The police officer abandons the chase of the other vehicle and focuses his attention on you, pulling you over for...
What are defenses against OWI charges?
A conviction for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can have lifelong consequences. It can keep you from earning a future job, as it can stay on your record for years or longer. If you are facing OWI charges, a good defense can make all...
Here’s how long you could lose your driver’s license for an OWI in Indiana
Without a driver's license, you cannot get yourself to work and back. You can't drive your kids to school. You have two choices: rely on riding a bicycle, public transit, rideshare services, or rides from friends. Or drive without a valid license and risk getting...
Drunk driving penalties are more severe with prior convictions.
Indiana takes charges of operating while intoxicated (OWI) very seriously. Even first drunk driving convictions result in fines, jail time, license suspension and possible probation. If you have a previous OWI conviction on your record, you face even more severe...
How can a traffic ticket impact your life?
Even safe drivers can violate the law every now and again. For example, you’re not paying attention to how fast you’re driving, and soon enough you’re pulled to the side of the road and questioned about why you were speeding. If you receive a traffic ticket, don’t...
How an ignition interlock device can get you back on the road
One of the many potential consequences that come from operating while intoxicated (OWI) allegations in Indiana is the loss of your license to drive. For many individuals, the suspension of their license can be one of the more troubling consequences of pending OWI...
What to do at an Indiana DUI checkpoint
Imagine this: You’re driving down the road and you spot something up ahead. You’re not sure exactly what it is at first, but you soon realize that you’re heading directly into a DUI checkpoint. Even if you don’t have an ounce of alcohol in your system, you still have...