Illinois DUI Legal Guides (12 found)

Written by Jeremy J. Richey
When an Illinois police officer pulls your car over and begins investigating you for driving under the influence, there is one person in your vehicle who can damage your case beyond repair and one person who can save you.
9 of 14 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Steven H. Fagan
Illinois' DUI Suspension law is complex, and motorists and attorneys alike need to be aware of the issues involved with challenging the suspension, and where possible, obtaining a permit to drive.
Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Karyn T. Missimer
Guidance on what an Illinois driver should do when s/he is pulled over for a DUI in Wisconsin. While the first 7 steps contain advice general to all DUI stops, the last step in this guide is specific to Illinois drivers pulled over for their first DUI in Wisconsin.
Posted in DUI / DWI 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Illinois, with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or higher, you are required to have a breathalyzer installed in your vehicle.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Steven H. Fagan
A police officer in your face after you've had any alcohol and been stopped while driving is scary. With all that fear getting in the way, you need to know how to react ahead of time. Proper application of your constitutional rights can protect you like nothing else, and here's how it's done.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Donald John Ramsell
This guide, written by top Illinois DUI Attorney Donald Ramsell, discusses the new Illinois DUI laws effective January 1, 2009. The article covers the new hardship license in drunk driving cases called monitoring device driving permits (MDDPs).
Posted in DUI / DWI 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Steven H. Fagan
An Illinois motorist facing a DUI may be able to drive during all but the first 30 days of a Statutory Summary Suspension. A Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP) is available, requiring the installation of a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID). Here's a look at the nuts and bolts.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
If you are under 21, the drinking and driving laws are more strict, and the penalties are greater. Here are the penalties for driving under the influence in Illinois when you're under 21.
Posted in DUI / DWI 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
The general rule in most states, including Illinois, is that driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher is illegal and can result in significant penalties if the driver is convicted. However, there are exceptions and additional rules to be aware of.
Posted in DUI / DWI 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
If you've recently been pulled over for a DUI, you may be confused about what happened. Here is a general timeline of what happens when an individual is pulled over and suspected of driving under the influence.
Posted in DUI / DWI 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Donald John Ramsell
Here are the criminal penalties that a driver faces if arrested for Illinois driving under the influence of alcohol.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Stephen John Klein
A quick and easy guide about how to obtain a hardship license for first time DUI offenders in Illinois
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois