Statutory Summary Suspension A statutory summary suspension is when a person’s driver’s license is suspended following an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, either because the driver refused chemical testing or failed it. If you are driving in Illinois, you are under the law of implied consent. This means you […]
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The Effects of COVID-19 on License Reinstatement in Illinois
Posted on May 1st, 2021 by Judd Goldrich
Delayed Timelines COVID-19 has led to many facets of society being put on hold. The Illinois Secretary of State closed in early 2020 due to the pandemic, which delayed many daily proceedings, from license renewals, to license plate sticker renewals, from taking place. This inevitably elongated the process for individuals stuck in the driver’s license […]
What Is The Difference Between MDDP and RDP?
Posted on February 24th, 2021 by Judd Goldrich
DUIs and Restricted Driving Privileges When you are charged with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence), you will face license suspension or revocation. Normally, this means you cannot drive for as long as your license is suspended or revoked. However, if you are a first time DUI offender, you may be eligible for a Monitoring […]
Steps to Take Following Your Driver’s License Suspension
Posted on February 4th, 2020 by Judd Goldrich
Both your finances and your way of life will take a toll after your driver’s license becomes suspended. Unfortunately, driver’s licenses may be suspended for a wide variety of reasons, including scenarios like drinking and driving, driving without the proper car insurance, or even reasons not directly tied to operating a vehicle such as not […]
Courtroom Etiquette – Appropriate Behavior and Preparing For Your Court Appearance
Posted on January 28th, 2020 by Judd Goldrich
The old saying “you never have a second chance to make a first impression” has a great deal of relevance when it comes to courtroom etiquette. How you conduct yourself during your court appearance or administrative hearing in Chicago may have a significant impact on the outcome of your case. Plan for Your Day in […]