Articles Posted in Drunk Driving Defense

Under Illinois law, a person who drives while intoxicated and causes an accident that kills another person can face many criminal charges. These charges may include reckless homicide. They do not often include first-degree murder, but that extreme charge was filed recently against an Illinois man accused of causing a fatal accident in the Springfield…

When a person is arrested for driving under the influence in Illinois, they are likely to immediately consider the legal consequences and the financial costs associated with a potential conviction. There is no doubt that the prospect of incarceration, a driver’s license suspension and fines will be daunting. However, there are other costs associated with…

Each year in Illinois thousands of people are arrested on suspicion of drunk driving. First-time offenders might face misdemeanor charges, while repeat offenders may face severe felony charges. However, all DUI cases have one thing in common: they should be taken seriously, because the potential consequences can disrupt your life in the short-term and long-term.…

If you have been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving and blown a breath test that shows you at 0.08%, does this mean you are not entitled to a defense against DUI charges? No, it does not. In this blog post, we will discuss chemical breath tests and how to defend against their evidence.…

Even though you’re considered innocent until proven guilty, the police are going to think the worst of you when they see something that they think is indicative of criminal wrongdoing. This is often seen in the context of alleged drunk driving, where the police automatically assume that slurred speech or unsteady balance is conclusive of…

While it is true that we generally do not have to interact with the police or help them with an investigation. If we are pulled over in our vehicle, this is a forced interaction we must participate in. Traffic violations When one is pulled over because of some traffic violation, the police officer has to…

If a breathalyzer test led to drunk driving charges, accused drivers can benefit from understanding how they may be able to challenge a breathalyzer test. Accused drivers should be familiar with all of their criminal defense options and how they may be able to help them fight drunk driving charges. How can accused drivers challenge…

People in Illinois drink alcohol for many different reasons. There is generally nothing wrong with consuming alcohol either, however, some of the choices they make while drinking can cause trouble for themselves and others. One choice that can get people in trouble with the law is deciding to drive after they have consumed too much…

A DUI conviction has major and severe consequences, including fines, potential jail time and loss of a driver’s license. The stigma from a DUI conviction can last a lifetime, jeopardizing employment and damaging relationships with family and friends. It can also affect future opportunities, if potential employers do a criminal or background check. Fortunately, a…

Getting pulled over on suspicion of a DUI is a terrible experience, and a conviction for DUI can change a person’s life forever. The penalties for DUI in Illinois are harsh. First offenders may face a loss of driving privileges for up to six months, jail time of up to 364 days or community service,…