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OWI vs. DUI in Indiana: What the difference means for you
Indiana does not use DUI as a legal charge — the state officially uses OWI. Here's what the distinction means for drivers facing intoxication charges.
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What happens after a felony arrest in Indiana?
A felony arrest can move quickly through several legal stages. Understanding the typical process in Indiana may help you prepare for what happens next.
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How can faulty sobriety tests wrongfully convict you in Indiana?
In Indiana, police officers pull over potentially drunk drivers and use field sobriety tests to check whether or not they are fit to drive. However,...
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Things to Consider After an OWI in Indiana
Being pulled over and arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) can be a harrowing experience. Knowing how Indiana's OWI process works can help...
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5 Common Ways Innocent People End Up in Bars in Valparaiso
Wrongful convictions in Valparaiso are not rare. They cause lasting harm to individuals, families and communities. Police and prosecutors sometimes...
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5 Ways a Private Defense Lawyer Investigates Your Case
Reviewing police reports for errors and omissions Police paperwork forms the starting point for many prosecutions, yet mistakes often happen. One officer...
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What Police Won't Tell You About OWI in Indiana
Getting arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana can have serious consequences. You risk losing your license, damaging your record and...
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Is an OWI Conviction Eligible for Expungement?
Any criminal conviction can affect a defendant for years. They may have to serve time in state custody. They may also have major financial costs ranging...
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What happens after an OWI conviction in Indiana?
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) charges are common. Some drivers get arrested because they fail chemical tests after collisions. Others...
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How expungement can benefit someone convicted of a crime in Indiana
A criminal record is a natural byproduct of a conviction or guilty plea in Indiana. The state reports arrests and convictions to those seeking information...
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OWI enforcement is often higher in the fall and winter months
The shift from summer to winter in Indiana can be relatively dramatic. The trees put on their most colorful displays, and the days seem to shorten quite...