On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Sep 2, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense, Firm News
Labor Day Weekend is coming up in just a few days. You may have annual traditions that accompany the holiday – like a picnic or time spent at the lake. Certainly, a three-day weekend is an opportunity to enjoy a few beers or some wine without needing to worry about...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Aug 31, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Indiana lawmakers consider drinking and driving a severe criminal offense. Operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) can result in criminal and administrative penalties for those over 21, including jail time, fines and license suspension. Those under the legal...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Aug 12, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Indiana drivers can receive charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of at least 0.08% at the time of the arrest. The officer can also make an OWI arrest for obvious drug or alcohol intoxication regardless of the BAC. Individuals...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Aug 5, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Many hardships arise for those facing charges for allegedly driving under the influence, such as financial penalties, adjusting to life without the ability to drive, time behind bars and problems in one’s personal relationships. However, other difficulties come...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Jun 18, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol may stigmatize you for the rest of your life. After all, every time you apply for a job or try to rent a home, your conviction may show up in a criminal background check. Fortunately, you may be able to remove...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Jun 16, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Indiana college students like you may not know how to handle DUI charges. For you, this might act as a first offense. You may not have any knowledge on what to do next. You may even think that a first time DUI charge is nothing to worry about. But any DUI charge can...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | May 12, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Handling a DUI case is never easy, but in some cases, people facing DUI charges are in an especially difficult situation. For example, those who have serious health concerns often have an even harder time dealing with the charges and handling their case properly. If...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Apr 22, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
Law enforcement officers in Indiana and throughout the country use roadside breath tests to measure your blood alcohol content level if they pull you over on suspicion of drinking and driving. Using exhaled air, the device measures the amount of ethanol alcohol...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Feb 25, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
When it comes to driving or operating a motor vehicle under the influence, much of the focus is on alcohol. However, there are many other drugs that can also cause impairment. These substances are not limited to illicit drugs. There are a number of prescription and...
On behalf of DeVries + Kelly Law Office | Jan 6, 2020 | Dui/ovwi Defense
One of the most amazing things about America is that there really is a state for everyone. Drive 50 miles in any direction and you may encounter a different landscape and culture of people. You may also encounter a different set of laws. Ideally, no one is driving...
