More than 23,000 drivers were arrested on DUI charges in Indiana in 2015 and 2016, making it one of the most common offenses in the state. Drivers convicted of DUI face penalties that range from a 30-day license suspension to three years in jail for repeat offenders. If you are facing DUI charges, it’s crucial that you find an Indianapolis DUI attorney who is skilled at defending clients in drunk-driving cases.
Indiana BAC Limit
The legal limit of blood-alcohol content (BAC) is .08 percent for drivers in Indiana. If you are a commercial driver, the limit is .04 percent, and for minors (under 21), the limit is .01 percent. It is a crime to refuse to take a BAC test, for which the penalty is the suspension of your driver’s license for a full year. First-time offenders face a fine of up to $500 and 30-60 days in jail. If your BAC is higher than .08 percent, the penalties increase, with a fine of up to $5,000 and up to one year in jail. Repeat offenders receive even harsher penalties, and those sentenced to more than a year of jail time have a felony record.
Proper Police Procedures
Indianapolis DUI attorney Kevin Potts has several years of experience working to defend clients facing DUI charges. He also has experience prosecuting DUI cases, which gives him a thorough understanding of court proceedings from both sides of a case. Attorney Potts knows the ins and outs of proper police procedures for stopping and investigating suspected drunk drivers, and he is skilled in using that knowledge to prepare your defense.
Whether you are facing a first-time DUI charge, a second or even a third, you need an Indianapolis DUI attorney with the knowledge and experience to advise and represent you throughout your court proceedings. Call Potts Law LLC at 317-951-0087 whenever you need help for a DUI arrest OR fill out the convenient online form.
