When you think about drug crimes, usage or selling of outlawed substances usually comes to mind first. However, drug paraphernalia is also illegal to possess across the nation. Items and their usage Paraphernalia is often defined as an object used for drugs. Some...
Year: 2020
What is a probable cause to arrest?
What happens when Illinois law enforcement suspects you of DUI? They look at many different factors. They do not rely on your field sobriety test results alone. The signs that they keep an eye out for are more subjective. But when combined with a high blood alcohol...
Can you challenge radar gun evidence in court?
When a law enforcement officer gives you a speeding ticket based on “clocking” your speed with a radar gun, you may think you might as well admit your guilt and pay the ticket. Most people believe that radar gun evidence is incontrovertible. This, however, is not...
What are the penalties for traffic offenses in Illinois?
When you receive a traffic ticket in Illinois, it will almost always say that going to court is not a requirement. Frequently, an officer may tell you that if you pay the fine, you will not have to go to court. Even though that officer may have good intentions,...
What does a horizontal gaze nystagmus test look for?
If you are suspected of drunk driving, the officer will usually administer a field sobriety test. The horizontal gaze nystagmus test tracks a person's eye movement while following an object, such as a pen. Certain involuntary jerking movements of the eyes during this...
What non-alcoholic substances can impact your BAC tests?
Illinois law enforcement uses tests to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. These tests have their strengths and weaknesses. Today we will look at one unique weakness, which involves other substances interfering with results. IFL Science examines some...