Even if you try not to drink and drive, you may eventually find yourself sitting beside the road after a night on the town. While there is nothing inherently wrong with enjoying booze with your buddies, an OWI conviction may lead to significant legal penalties. As you...
OWI/DUI/DWI
3 potential causes of IID false positives
All 50 states have laws on the books encouraging, and sometimes requiring, the use of ignition interlock devices by those convicted of drunk driving. These devices work by analyzing a breath sample and preventing one from starting the car if one's blood alcohol...
How much does an Indiana OWI raise your insurance rates?
When a law enforcement officer stops you for drinking and driving and that charge winds up leading to a conviction, you may see your bank account take a serious hit. A first-time conviction for operating while intoxicated in Indiana means a fine of up to $500. It also...
How do standardized and non-standardized field sobriety tests differ?
Indiana has laws determining what an officer can and cannot do if they suspect you of driving under the influence. These laws also outline how officers can use the tools that test your blood alcohol content (BAC) level. As such, many people suspected of DUI like you...
How does a DUI affect your college path?
As a college student in Kentucky, you have plenty of career paths in front of you. But one mistake might change that. You may think that a first-time DUI offense is no big deal. You may think that you can get off without a harsh penalty because you have never...
Does Indiana have ignition interlock device laws?
All 50 states have some version of ignition interlock device law If you have a DUI or an OWI conviction. It is important to understand the nature of these laws and the consequences of driving under the influence. Indiana is a state which may choose to impose an...
Can you get a DUI for marijuana use?
You may think you will face DUI charges only if you were drinking and driving. However, you may also face these charges if you experience impairment because of marijuana use. Drugged driving is more common than you may realize. According to the National Institute on...
What’s the difference between an OWI and a DUI?
If you or someone you know has been charged with Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, you may wonder how this differs from a DUI. Is this a lesser crime or is it worse? Why are the names different? These are some of the many questions that may be racing through your...
What should you know about field sobriety tests?
Indiana law enforcement officers have sobriety testing tools. They use these tools to determine if a driver is under the influence. One tool they may use is field sobriety testing, which has standardized and non-standardized versions. Today, we will take a look at...
Drunk driving penalties in Indiana
During the holiday season and especially over the New Year's Eve holiday time, people in Indiana hear a lot about drunk driving. Public awareness campaigns promote finding alternate ways of getting to and from holiday celebrations versus driving one's own vehicle....
