During the holidays, Chicago and the surrounding communities see an uptick in DUI arrests – and it’s not uncommon for police to set up sobriety checkpoints or to pull people over on the slightest suspicion of drinking and driving. If you’ve been accused of DUI, you need to know that you could benefit from working…
If you’re accused of drinking and driving in Chicago or one of its suburbs, it may be in your best interest to get in touch with a Rolling Meadows DUI attorney as soon as possible. Your lawyer can help preserve your rights, fight for you in court, and help you get the best possible outcome when you…
Chicago comes alive with celebration on St. Patrick’s Day, which is Friday, March 17 this year. Unfortunately, that means police will be making dozens of drunk driving arrests, too. There have already been a number of “unofficial” St. Patrick’s Day drinking events, and if the holiday’s history holds up, there will be several more. (Police generally…
If you’re like many people charged with drinking and driving over the holidays, you want to know how to find the best Chicago DUI lawyer you can—and your line of thinking is right on-track. The consequences of a DUI are extremely serious, whether it’s your first offense or a subsequent offense, and that means you need the best…
If you’re like many people who have been accused of drunk driving, you’re wondering: Is DUI a felony in Illinois? The answer? Sometimes. Is DUI a Felony in Illinois? DUI is a felony in Illinois under certain circumstances. (DUI cases are on the rise right now because of the holiday season. Holiday DUI charges are particularly stressful, and…
If you’ve been pulled over for drinking and driving, you already know that it’s one of the most terrifying experiences of your life. The police are coming out in full force right now because the holidays are right around the corner… and during the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the city sees a huge increase…
The holidays are right around the corner—and that means it’s time to brush up on Chicago’s DUI laws and the consequences of a drunk driving conviction in Illinois. What Are Chicago’s DUI Laws? Legal Blood-Alcohol Content in Chicago In Chicago, as well as elsewhere in Illinois, you’re considered “drunk” by law if your blood-alcohol concentration is at…
If a judge convicts you of driving under the influence of alcohol in Skokie, you’ll end up paying steep fines and, in some cases, spending time behind bars. For most people, it’s best to talk to a Skokie DUI lawyer who will evaluate your case and can determine whether evidence was illegally collected, whether police made…
Driving under the influence of alcohol is an incredibly serious offense in the state of Illinois. A conviction can result in tremendous consequences, including steep fines and time behind bars. What Happens if You’re Arrested for DUI in Skokie? If you’re arrested for DUI, the first thing you should do is get in touch…
With Memorial Day just behind us, many people are now facing DUI charges in the state of Illinois. Whether police pulled you over in Chicago, Rolling Meadows, Skokie or Schaumburg, the fact is that if you had a blood-alcohol content as low as 0.05, you can be convicted of DUI if there is evidence to…
