Should you agree to a breath test?
If during a traffic stop in Indiana, a police officer asks you to take a breath test to determine if you are intoxicated, should you agree to take the breath test?
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Can a breathalyzer cause you to "refuse" a breath test?
If a breath test returns "insufficient sample", does that count as refusing the test? Lawyer Stephen Knecht discusses the details in this article.
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Most Common Mistakes to Avoid
Most people don’t know what to expect when they are questioned by the police or arrested. They frequently make mistakes that hurt their case, even if they have done nothing wrong. You need to be prepared to avoid making these common mistakes:
Mistake # 1: Waiting to hire a lawyer
If you have been contacted by the police or arrested, you need to hire a lawyer as soon as possible. The sooner a lawyer is on the case, the better your chances of a favorable outcome. Dismissals, success at trial and good plea deals happen because an attorney prepared well and thoroughly. If you wait to get an attorn...
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Common mistakes to avoid if arrested
In this article, Steven Knecht discusses the top 4 most common mistakes people make when they're arrested.
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What qualifies as "operating" while intoxicated?
To be convicted of Operating while Intoxicated, the State must prove that you were operating a vehicle. What does this mean under Indiana law?