If you have an OWI conviction on your record in Indiana, you can get your charges expunged from your record in most instances. If applicable, this can help you gain a fresh start and also eliminate the collateral consequences in other areas of your life. Our experienced Northwest Indiana OWI attorneys at The Law…
Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charges can significantly impact your life. You could be fined, lose your license, and if convicted, these charges could become part of your driving and criminal record. To avoid serious penalties for these offenses, our Northwest Indiana OWI attorneys at The Law Office of Joseph M. Roberts LLC will defend you…
Medical marijuana is a topic of controversy nationally, with some states allowing its use and others firmly outlawing it. Although there have been many laws introduced here, medical marijuana is not legal in Indiana. In this post, attorney Joseph M. Roberts examines legislative attempts to decriminalize this substance and what to do if you are facing…
The ability to operate a vehicle in Indiana is a privilege, not a right, and with that comes the concept of implied consent. If you obtain a driver’s license, you give the state your implied consent to submit to a chemical test if you’re suspected of DUI. In this post, Northwest DUI attorney Joepsh M. Roberts…
If you have a past marijuana charge on your record, it can feel like a permanent stain that may never come out. Indiana is a state with evolving cannabis laws, but strict enforcement of past marijuana convictions. The consequences of a simple offense can linger, affecting job prospects, housing applications, and educational opportunities. Fortunately,…
If you get pulled over by Indiana law enforcement under suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI), you will likely be asked to submit to a breathalyzer test. Your instinct might be to refuse, thinking that you might be voluntarily providing evidence for them. Considering Indiana’s implied consent law, refusing testing, especially certified…
