DUI
What Parents Should Know About Underage DUI in Indiana
A driving under the influence (DUI) charge can have lifelong consequences for a young driver. Parents should be aware of Indiana’s zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving, which enforces penalties even for low blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels. Learning how these laws apply can help families through the legal process and prevent future violations. Indiana…
Overview of the Open Container Law in Indiana
Although you may have thought driving with an open alcohol container was not that serious, the state of Indiana takes drunk driving and other related charges very seriously. If you are found guilty of driving a vehicle with an open alcoholic beverage, you could face serious criminal penalties, such as suspension of your driver’s license, fines,…
Using an Ignition Interlock Device in Indiana
Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a severe if common offense that Indiana law takes very seriously. It carries a number of penalties, including the revocation of the perpetrator’s license for a period of time. However, those in this situation do have options to get back behind the wheel. If someone guilty of a…
Can I Get A DUI After Having One Drink?
Part of going out to dinner, to a show, or to happy hour is having a nice glass of wine, a cocktail, or an ice-cold beer. While this is an enjoyable part of socializing and unwinding, even one drink can put you at risk for a driving under the influence (DUI) charge. It is…
DUI FAQ In Indiana
In Indiana, a person could be facing operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) charges for operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of at least 0.08% or any controlled substance in their body. According to statistics from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI), there were 20,073 total e-citations for OWI offenses statewide in 2020. However, many…