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If a driver is convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana, they’ll have to deal with several penalties simultaneously. For a first offense, a driver may serve up to 60 days in jail and pay as much as $500 in fines. A court may also suspend the...
When an officer pulls you over on an Indiana road for a traffic stop and finds out that your blood alcohol content (BAC) level is at least .08%, they can charge you with operating while intoxicated (OWI). Drunk driving is an offense in the state and comes with...
Your response is very important if your traffic stop includes a request for a field sobriety test. It could determine your ability to drive at all. While you may feel able to drive unimpaired, an officer can request to test your faculties on the suspicion of driving...
If you are under the age of 21 and you drive, or you are the parent of a teen driver, it is vital to understand how state laws handle underage drunk driving and take steps to avoid these charges. For teen drivers, the legal limit is much lower in comparison to the...
A DUI arrest can happen to anyone, and you may not have expected to get arrested for driving under the influence after a night out. The surprise of an arrest can leave you wondering what to do next, especially when you face serious penalties for DUI. In Indiana, and...
When an officer pulls you over in traffic, you have certain rights under federal law. You also have legal recourse if law enforcement violates your civil rights. Review the actions you may take to exercise your legal rights in a traffic stop. Remaining silent Both you...
If you receive a conviction for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated in Indiana, state law mandates expensive fines, license suspension, jail time and other penalties. The state defines OWI as driving with a blood alcohol content of at least 0.08%, or higher...
In Indiana, DUI-related crimes are taken very seriously. A conviction could end up ruining several aspects of someone's life and career. It may become a blemish that can follow them longer than they think it will. Today, we will take a look at how DUI-related...
Because the legal blood alcohol content limit is so low in Indiana, it is possible to get a DWI without realizing that you are impaired. In some cases, just one drink can put you over the legal limit. If an officer pulls you over, you may find yourself facing charges...
Whether you have been drinking or not, getting pulled over for a suspected DWI is nerve-wracking. You may have no idea what to expect or what will happen. It can be overwhelming and cause you to act in a way that is detrimental to the situation. Having some idea of...