Articles Posted in Drunk Driving Defense

The “Fresh Start” You’ve Been Waiting For? If you live in Springfield or the surrounding Central Illinois communities, you know that a past mistake can feel like a life sentence. Whether it’s a background check for a state job at the Capitol or a housing application in Chatham, an old arrest record can close doors…

Navigating Illinois DUI laws can be confusing and stressful. Whether you are worried about license suspension or jail time, understanding the statutes is the first step toward a strong defense. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit under Illinois DUI laws? In Illinois, it’s illegal to drive with a BAC of 0.08% or…

Receiving a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in Illinois can be stressful. The court can suspend your driver’s license and may require you to file for an SR-22 before you can get it back. If you are facing a DUI charge, understanding the importance of an SR-22 can help you manage the process of…

Police officers have a duty to keep the roads as safe as possible, but that doesn’t mean that they can just do whatever they want when they want. For example, if they’re going to pull a vehicle over, they must have reasonable suspicion. In the case of a suspected drunk driving stop, reasonable suspicion means…

If you’re driving in Illinois – especially around holidays, weekends or major social and sporting events – you might find yourself approaching a “sobriety checkpoint” designed to spot those who are guilty of driving under the influence (DUI). While it can be a little nerve-wracking to see flashing lights and officers waving cars forward, knowing…

When a police officer gives you a breath test, they are interested in documenting your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The reason for this is that you are bound by a certain legal limit. For most drivers, that is 0.08%, although commercial drivers and underage drivers often have lower limits. But what happens if you fail…

It’s illegal to drive in Illinois with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. (Note that some types of drivers are subject to an even lower limit.) Yet, you can get into trouble even when under the relevant limit if your driving has been impaired by alcohol. People are affected by alcohol differently.…

You do not normally drink and drive, and you are hoping this might end with just a warning. But the reality is that a DUI charge is a serious legal matter. If you are feeling overwhelmed, here are answers to five key questions likely running through your mind 1. Will I lose my license immediately…

Not everybody has a friendly bar within walking distance. Not everybody lives in places with a good public transport service. And not everyone lives close enough to those they want to go out with to make getting a cab or rideshare home affordable. Hence, a lot of people use their car to get home from…

Many people who are arrested on DUI charges get pulled over the same day that they’ve been drinking. Maybe they were out at a bar with friends and tried to drive home, but their BAC was still over the legal limit. They may be unhappy with the charges, but it’s at least understandable. One thing…