When minors consume alcohol and decide to drive, they not only risk their safety but also endanger the lives of others on the road. Their lack of driving experience, combined with the impairing effects of alcohol, can increase the likelihood of accidents, often with...
Dui And Traffic Violations
What to know about using mowers while under the influence
In many parts of the country, including Indiana, it is a common sight to see people riding mowers, either to maintain their yards or travel someplace nearby. Although nothing compares with the joy of a freshly cut lawn, some individuals feel it is okay to play with...
What should you do when an officer pulls you over for a DUI?
After a late night out on the town, you get into your car, looking forward to a warm shower and a good night's sleep. Suddenly, you see the red and blue lights behind you and the dreaded sound of a police car siren. You should pull over immediately while observing the...
How marijuana can lead to OWI charges
Marijuana remains a prohibited substance in Indiana, both in its medical and recreational forms. The state even classifies cannabis as a Schedule I controlled substance. The classification places it right next to more dangerous substances such as MDMA, mescaline and...
What do field sobriety tests in Indiana usually involve?
A field sobriety test is one of the ways that police officers build a case for drunk driving charges. There are certain physical abilities that diminish when people have consumed too much alcohol. There are also other secondary signs of alcohol consumption that...
Even a first-time OWI offense can lead to heavy penalties
Driving while drunk in Indiana is illegal, just like in other U.S. states. If an officer pulls you over and finds through testing that your blood alcohol content (BAC) level is at least .08%, the officer can charge you with operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI)....
The consequences of hosting underage parties with alcohol
Alcohol is a common presence at underage parties. In fact, it may be what draws teenagers to go to a party. Some parents today host these parties in their homes because they think it is safer for kids to drink at home rather than in public. However, if things spiral...
3 ways people fight Indiana OWI charges
Motorists in Indiana could find themselves facing allegations of drunk driving after an interaction with a police officer. Sometimes, drivers encounter sobriety checkpoints that force them to stop and talk to the police. Other times, an officer pulls a specific...
Is it Constitutional for police to conduct sobriety checkpoints?
Some people in Indiana will face scrutiny over their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after involvement in a motor vehicle collision. Others may be subject to careful evaluation during a traffic stop conducted by law enforcement officers because of how they behaved...
What tests do police officers use to prove an OWI?
If an Indiana police officer suspects someone of an operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) offense, they will start gathering evidence to prove their suspicions. When the officer arrives at the scene of a crash or pulls someone over, they will ask questions that...
