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Charged with OWI While Parked? See How Courts Determine 'Operation' in Indiana.

Facing an Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charge in Indiana can be daunting, especially if you were arrested in a parked or non-moving vehicle. A crucial aspect of these cases is whether the ...

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Indiana Farmers Beware: The Little-Known Law That Could Land You in Jail!

Understanding Indiana Code IC 15-17-18-8: Running at Large of Livestock and Poultry If you’ve recently been arrested or charged under Indiana Code IC 15-17-18-8, understanding the specifics of this statute is crucial. This law pertains to the running at large of livestock and poultry, classifying ...

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Understanding Indiana Wildlife Hunting Regulations and Trespassing Laws

If you’ve been charged with a hunting-related crime in Indiana, it’s crucial to seek experienced legal help immediately. At Gibson Law Office, we have over 25 years of experience in criminal defense, providing dedicated representation to protect your rights. Our team includes Attorney Ashley ...

Trespassing, Hunting Crime, Hunting Regulations, Spencer Indiana Attorney, Indiana Hunting Laws, Hunting License Suspension
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Partying on Indiana's Lakes? What to Know About Boating While Intoxicated Laws

Indiana's lakes are a popular destination for summer fun, from water skiing and tubing to relaxing on a pontoon with friends. However, it's essential to be aware of Indiana's Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) laws, as a fun day on the water can quickly turn into a legal nightmare if you're not ...

Boating While Intoxicated, Boat Safety, Lake Monroe, Lake Freeman, Lake Laws
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Understanding Residential Entry Charges and Defenses in Indiana

If you’ve recently been arrested on charges of residential entry in Indiana, it’s essential to understand the nature of the offense and the potential defenses available. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive overview of residential entry charges under Indiana law and discuss possible defenses ...

Residential Entry, Consent, Intent
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Entrapment Defense in Indiana: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction The entrapment defense is a powerful tool for criminal defense attorneys, allowing defendants to argue that they were induced by law enforcement to commit a crime they would not have otherwise committed. This blog provides an in-depth look at the entrapment defense in Indiana, ...

Entrapment, Predisposition, Proof, Inducement
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Defending Identity Deception Charges in Indiana

Identity deception is a serious offense in Indiana, and understanding the legal framework is essential for anyone facing such charges. This blog provides an overview of identity deception under Indiana law, discusses potential penalties, outlines common defenses, and summarizes relevant case law to ...

Identity, Fraud, Deception, Criminal Defense Attorney

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Charged with OWI in Benton County, Indiana? A Defense Attorney’s Guide

If you have been arrested for Operating While Intoxicated in Benton County, Indiana, you likely have many questions. What will happen at the Initial Hearing? Will my license be suspended? Could I go to jail? Gibson Law Office attorneys have extensive experience defending OWI – DUI charges in Benton ...

OWI, DUI, Operating While Intoxicated, Drunk Driving, Benton County, Initial Hearing

Public Intoxication Conviction Reversed Due to Lack of Endangerment

An Indiana woman’s conviction for public intoxication was reversed after the Court of Appeals held that speculation she was about to operate her vehicle while intoxicated was insufficient to prove endangerment. Police officers had contact with the woman during an unrelated investigation. The woman ...

OWI, DUI, Drinking, Public Intoxication

DUI Charges in Peru, Indiana: OWI Defense in Miami County

If you are arrested for DUI in Peru, Indiana, you may be worried about incarceration, how you will get to work without a driver’s license, and what will be on your criminal record. You also may be concerned about what will happen at the Initial Hearing. The Miami County local court rules impose ...

OWI, Expungement, DUI, Peru OWI, Miami County OWI, Miami County DUI, Peru DUI

Crawfordsville DUI and OWI Defense: What Defendants Should Know in Montgomery County

If you are arrested for DUI in Montgomery County, Indiana you are probably worried about jail time, losing your driver’s license, and what will happen at the initial hearing. The first step in dealing with the stress is to contact a Crawfordsville DUI attorney. Located in nearby Lafayette, Gibson ...

OWI, DUI, Specialized Driving Privileges, Operating While Intoxicated, Montgomery County, Crawfordsville, Drunk Driving

Use of Breath Test Results in Indiana OWI Trial Require Officer to Have Been Properly Certified

Operating While Intoxicated charges in Indiana often are based on breath test results. However, for breath test results to be admissible in court, the administration of the breath test must follow strict procedures. And, the breath test operator must be properly certified by the State of Indiana. ...

OWI, DUI, Breathalyzer, Results

OWI Endangerment is Not Established by Headlight Out at Night

In Indiana, Operating While Intoxicated is a Class C misdemeanor. However, an OWI is elevated to a Class A misdemeanor if the State proves that a person operated a vehicle while intoxicated causing endangerment. Endangerment can be proven by evidence showing that a defendant’s condition or driving ...

OWI, DUI, Driving, Endanger

Articles about DUI

July 24, 2024

Charged with OWI While Parked? See How Courts Determine 'Operation' in Indiana.
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May 14, 2020

Courts Must Adapt to a New Normal
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March 25, 2020

Some Tippecanoe OWI Cases to be Resolved Without a Hearing During Outbreak
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January 21, 2020

OWI Conviction Reversed for Driver with ACE Below 0.08
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August 26, 2019

Operating While Intoxicated Defense in Lafayette: Value in Hiring an Attorney Early in Case
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July 08, 2019

Courts Can Stay OWI Suspension at Initial Hearing
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July 03, 2019

Indiana Expands Felony OWI Enhancement
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January 07, 2019

Charged with OWI in Benton County, Indiana? A Defense Attorney’s Guide
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July 06, 2018

Public Intoxication Conviction Reversed Due to Lack of Endangerment
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February 07, 2014

DUI Charges in Peru, Indiana: OWI Defense in Miami County
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January 06, 2014

Crawfordsville DUI and OWI Defense: What Defendants Should Know in Montgomery County
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November 26, 2013

Use of Breath Test Results in Indiana OWI Trial Require Officer to Have Been Properly Certified
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November 25, 2013

OWI Endangerment is Not Established by Headlight Out at Night
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