Sobriety checkpoints are a tool used by law enforcement to detect impaired drivers, but you may wonder whether they are legal in Indiana. Understanding how these checkpoints operate in the state can help you know your rights if you ever encounter one. The legality of...
Dui And Traffic Violations
How social media activity can impact your drug or DUI case
While social networks play a big role in daily life for many, they can also cause problems in legal cases. Many people do not realize that prosecutors can use their posts, comments, and pictures against them in court, affecting the outcome of a drug or DUI case in...
Challenging blood-alcohol content test results in OWI cases
A charge of operating while intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana often relies on blood-alcohol content (BAC) test results. These tests seem scientific, but they are not always accurate. Many factors can affect the results, leading to false or misleading readings. Defendants...
When can Indiana police officers demand breath tests?
Getting arrested for drunk driving in Indiana can lead to a host of consequences. Operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges can be misdemeanor or felony offenses in different circumstances. Judges can sentence people to jail time, order them to pay large fines and...
What happens if you are facing DUI charges and you are under 21?
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...
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)....
