If you are arrested for and OWI and have a previous conviction within 7 years in IN or out of state and the out of state conviction offense is substantially similar to an IN offense, then the new OWI can be filed as an F6 felony. This has a penalty range of 6 months to 2 1/2 years in jail and up... View More

If you have not yet received a court date yet, then the prosecutor has likely not yet filed charges. The prosecutor has two years to file charges under the statute of limitations. You can check on mycase to see if/when charges have been filed. I would suggest consulting with a local criminal... View More

Contact a local traffic attorney who can review your record and see what can be done to remove suspensions to get you valid. Most attorneys have free consultations. Also, if you do not have a myBMV account set up, do so before you contact the attorney so he/she can look at your record.

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answered on Jan 24, 2024

Firstly, gather any evidence or information that supports your claim of being unknowingly drugged. This may include witness statements, medical records, or any other relevant documentation.

Next, contact a criminal defense attorney in Indiana. Provide them with all the details surrounding... View More

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answered on Aug 8, 2025

You bring up a very important point—if the reason for the traffic stop was false or unjustified, it could potentially affect the entire case. In Indiana, an officer must have a valid reason, or “reasonable suspicion,” to initiate a traffic stop. If your license plate light was actually... View More

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answered on Aug 8, 2025

You're facing a serious situation, and it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed—especially since this is your first offense. In Indiana, possession of marijuana is still illegal unless you have a medical exemption from another state, and possession of cocaine is automatically treated as a... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

When you’re out on bond and pick up new charges, it puts your release in serious jeopardy—even if part of the situation, like a restraining order, has been dropped. In Indiana, bond conditions typically require you to remain law-abiding while awaiting trial. Being charged with new crimes like... View More

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answered on Jun 25, 2025

If the court has granted you a hardship license in Indiana, you are legally allowed to drive—but only within the specific terms set by the court. This usually means driving strictly for work, medical appointments, school, or other court-approved purposes. Simply carrying the court papers is not... View More

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answered on May 14, 2025

vYour safety and your child’s well-being come first, so it’s important to act quickly and thoughtfully. If you fear that your husband may try to take your daughter or put her in danger after the no-contact order ends, you should strongly consider filing for a protection order that includes both... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2025

Your request for specialized driving privileges in Indiana should generally be addressed within a few weeks to a few months after filing, depending on the court’s docket and any delays caused by continuances. Since your February hearing was postponed due to your attorney’s absence, the new... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

Yes, you can request specialized driving privileges on your own in Indiana, even without an attorney. Since you’ve already downloaded the correct forms and understand your court date, you're taking the right steps. The judge will expect a properly completed petition, and as long as your... View More

If the two blood draws are done close in time to where there should be a comparable result, then it does become an evidentiary issue as to what is the correct blood score. You should consult with and experienced OWI attorney.

It looks to be an abbreviation for onmibus which is a hearing date that is a deadline date for filing certain motions and defenses. You should discuss this with your attorney.

It will depend on many factors including, how long since the last conviction and the strength of the prosecutor's case among other factors. Many counties will allow a reduction after completing probation. You should consult with a criminal defense attorney who practices in the county where... View More

It should be considered as a mitigating factor by the prosecutor and the judge, which goes to considerations at sentencing, but it is not a defense to the OWI charge.

Yes. A person convicted of a second OVWI in Indiana will be required to serve no less than 5 days in custody or no less than 240 hours of community service work. This is true regardless of how long ago the prior conviction was.

Yes, go change your license to Indiana sooner than later. The court should not suspend your license until the initial hearing, therefore the BMV should not know of the offense. If you do not change your license, and are convicted Illinois will suspend/revoke your license and it will be... View More

It sounds as though there is at least a possibility that you may have a defense to one or more of charges that you could be facing but there is not sufficient information in your post to know for certain. I strongly recommend that you reach out to an experienced OVWI/criminal defense attorney who... View More

Unless the police have more than your admission of being intoxicated, I do not see how you could be prosecuted for an OWI. However, you will very likely be charged with leaving the scene of an accident. From this point forward, you should not speak to your neighbor about the situation, nor the... View More

You need to stay off of these websites and speak only with your attorney about these charges. From what you posted, there may be a defense in your case, but you could ruin your entire case by sharing details of your case publicly.

Talk with your attorney about the charges privately and work... View More