First Time DUI Charge A DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. If you are charged with a DUI, you can either plead guilty or you can be found guilty after attempting to dispute the charge. Being convicted of this crime can result in jail time, fees, and mandatory license suspension or revocation. If you […]
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Reasons Your License May Be Suspended or Revoked
Posted on November 25th, 2020 by Webmaster
In both Chicago and in the state of Illinois, there are a number of reasons why your license may be suspended or revoked. When this happens, you may find yourself facing two different uphill battles. The first is finding ways to travel to and from important places in a timely fashion after losing the convenience […]
Will a First-Time DUI Charge Result in Jail Time?
Posted on October 22nd, 2020 by Webmaster
Drinking and driving is an extremely serious offense, but whether or not you go to jail is dependent on many factors. In Illinois, drivers typically receive a Class A misdemeanor following a DUI charge. Class A misdemeanors carry penalties of up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,500 in addition […]
Illinois DUI Traffic Stop: What to Expect
Posted on June 16th, 2020 by Webmaster
The decision to drink and drive can have lifelong repercussions. Not only does it put your life at risk, but it also puts the lives of other drivers and pedestrians at risk as well. The State of Illinois has strict penalties in place for those who drink and drive, and police officers have the right […]
The Consequences of Speeding on the Freeway
Posted on May 27th, 2020 by Webmaster
Although there has been significantly less traffic in Illinois due to the stay-at-home order, speeding is still a common threat to the safety of other drivers and pedestrians on the road. The Kennedy Expressway is especially notorious for speeding drivers. If you’re caught speeding, exactly what is the consequence? There are many factors that come […]