Articles Posted in Drunk Driving Defense

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,…

Now that restaurants, clubs and bars are re-opening, many people in Springfield are looking forward to a beer at happy hour after work or taking a date out to a nice meal and glass of wine. A nice evening out can turn awful, however, if on the way home you are pulled over by police…

According to some estimates, about 350,000 people across the country have ignition interlock devices. These miniature breathalyzers are wired into the car’s electronic system. The device prevents the car from starting unless the driver blows into the device and proves he or she is sober. A growing number of states require people with drunk driving…

If you are facing DUI charges, you may be worried about the consequences you will face if you are convicted. Many DUI convictions result in lengthy license suspensions, significant fines, and jail time, depending on the circumstances of your arrest. Fortunately, a DUI charge does not always result in a conviction. An attorney specializing in…

We recently discussed how refusing a breathalyzer test during a DUI traffic stop will result in a yearlong license suspension in Illinois, but may still be worth it to possibly protect yourself from a DUI conviction. However, it is important to note that refusing a Breathalyzer is not your only option to protect yourself. You…

Police officers often use chemical testing to determine whether a driver has been driving under the influence. Once you get your driver’s license, implied consent laws state that you are now required to submit to field sobriety or chemical testing if you are requested to do so by a police officer. However, you can still…

Grand juries in Illinois do not always act rapidly. For some crimes, the grand jury’s decision may follow the acts under consideration by several weeks. In a recent case arising from a motorcycle accident that occurred in the town of Channahon on Aug. 12, a Will County grand jury returned an indictment against the driver…

It is not uncommon for law enforcement in Illinois and across the nation to have periodic enforcement periods in which they target drivers who might be under the influence. While this strategy is designed to improve safety on the road and catch drivers who are committing DUI, it does not necessarily mean that everyone arrested…