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DUI, OWI, Public Intoxication

Have you been charged with an alcohol related offense? Patton Law can help.

Whether you've been charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Public Intoxication (PI), the attorneys at Patton Law can help.


If you've been arrested for DUI or OWI you may be panicking... worried you'll lose your license or your job, or have to spend time in jail.


At Patton Law we've helped others who have been charged with alcohol related offenses in Lake, Porter and La Porte Counties and can help you to make sure you have an advocate fighting on your side.


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When you hire our Valparaiso law firm to represent you, we will make sure that your rights were respected at the time of the arrest and at every stage of your case.


You need an experienced DUI attorney on your side. The criminal penalties for DUI vary depending on circumstance and previous charges.


If you are facing a DUI or OWI or Public Intoxication charge and need a criminal defense attorney, contact Patton Law. We will vigorously fight for your rights. Our skilled attorneys will be on your side and will help you reach your goals. Contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss your options today.

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What can I expect with a DUI charge?

FIRST DUI

In the State of Indiana the first time a person is charged with a DUI it is a Class C misdemeanor. If convicted, individuals can face up to 60 days in jail and a fine of $500 as well as a suspended driver's license for a period between 90 days and 2 years.


SECOND DUI

A second DUI conviction within a 5 year period is usually categorized as a Class D felony. If found guilty a driver with 2 DUI convictions may be subject to a fine of up to $10,000 along with a 3 year prison sentence, suspension of their driver's license for 2 years and up to 180 hours of community service.


THIRD DUI CONVICTION

If a person is charged with a third DUI within a 5 year period they can be charged with a Class D felony. If convicted, the individual will face prison time and fines and a license suspension of up to 10 years. The community service ordered in these cases can be as much as 360 hours, which equals 4 40-hour work weeks. 


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