Drunk driving causes thousands of accidents and hundreds of fatalities every year in Illinois. For this reason, tackling drunk driving is a top priority for law enforcement. Police officers have a number of powers at their disposal to tackle drunk driving, including...
Getting a DUI can severely affect your life now and later, especially in Illinois. The state of Illinois takes DUIs exceptionally seriously, making expungements difficult, if not impossible. Unfortunately, a DUI on your record will not only stain your past history,...
Most people know that driving under influence (DUI) is a serious offense with far-reaching consequences. Per Illinois DUI laws, a conviction for drunk driving can lead to the suspension of your driver’s license, fines and even jail time. Additionally, you may have an...
As the name suggests, law enforcement officers are trained to enforce the law. If the police have reasonable suspicion that you are driving under influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol, they may pull you over and investigate. An investigation may lead to an arrest. But,...
A lot. Broadly speaking, your quality of life will be lowered by a conviction of a DUI in Illinois. The law in Illinois is quite strict on DUI offenses, which is why you need to take your case seriously. But, beyond the fines or possible time in jail, other effects...
If you are stopped for a traffic violation, the police officer may approach you to speak with you and give you a warning or citation. During the stop, they’ll look into your vehicle to see if there are any open containers or drugs that are out in the open. An officer...
More often than not, law enforcement will not pull drivers over in an arbitrary manner. Frequently, those subjected to DUI charges have either been involved in an accident or displayed unusual driving practices. Importantly, officers do not always need to suspect...
Being charged with a DUI offense can have life-altering consequences. Often, the use of a vehicle is the sole means of a person’s employment. Additionally, not being able to drive could prevent you from dropping the kids off at school or visiting your loved ones. As...
In Illinois, driving under the influence can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on certain factors. A felony attracts more severe penalties than a misdemeanor, and it is crucial to be aware of the type of charges you are facing. Generally, the first...
You go out for lunch with your wife, and you each drink two glasses of wine. As she rarely drinks, and you do so frequently, you agree it is better that you drive. While there is some logic to this, it is not as straightforward as you might think. When the police stop...
