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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 ...

Livestock, Livestock Laws, Livestock at Large, Poultry Laws, Livestock Containment, Indiana Farmers
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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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Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Guide to 20th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos

The 20 th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos at the Lawrence County Recreation Park in Springville, Indiana expects to bring more than 10,000 Insane Clown Posse fanatics to Southern Indiana for a week of music, parties, and camping. The gathering will also bring an increased police presence to ...

OWI, Crime, Marijuana, Bloomington

Courts Can Stay OWI Suspension at Initial Hearing

When a person is charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana, his or her driver’s license is generally ordered suspended at the Initial Hearing. However, a 2019 update to the Specialized Driving Privileges law provides an opportunity for a person to drive for work purposes while the ...

OWI, DUI, Specialized Driving Privileges

Indiana Expands Felony OWI Enhancement

Effective July 1, 2019, Indiana extended the time period to seven years in which a prior operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge elevates a new OWI arrest to a Level 6 felony. Previously, an individual who committed an OWI could be charged with a Level 6 Felony if they had a previous conviction ...

Felony, OWI, DUI

New Indiana Criminal Laws Took Effect Today

Several new criminal laws took effect in Indiana on July 1, 2019, and many others were amended to include additional penalty provisions. Because of the enhanced penalties, it has never been more important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney if you are arrested.

Drugs, Law, OWI, New

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

Articles about OWI

July 24, 2024

Charged with OWI While Parked? See How Courts Determine 'Operation' in Indiana.
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October 16, 2023

Tongue Ring Challenge: OWI Breathalyzer Suppressed
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September 20, 2021

OWI Dismissed, Roundabouts Don’t Require Use of Turn Signal
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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 26, 2019

Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Guide to 20th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos
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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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July 01, 2019

New Indiana Criminal Laws Took Effect Today
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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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