I’ve practiced DUI defense for decades in Chicago, and few moments shock clients more than learning they could lose their driver’s license forever. In Illinois, this isn’t an empty threat. A felony DUI conviction—especially a fourth or subsequent offense—can lead to permanent revocation under 625 ILCS 5/6-208(b)(4). This means your…
Protecting Chicago Truck Drivers and Commercial Operators from Permanent License Loss Chicago’s highways and interstates run on the labor of commercial drivers who haul goods, materials, and passengers throughout Cook County and beyond. But a single traffic stop or criminal charge can cost a driver their livelihood. When a CDL…
Imagine being a professional driver in Chicago—logging long hours on the Eisenhower Expressway, handling deliveries around Cicero or Joliet—and suddenly being arrested for DUI after driving home from dinner in your personal vehicle. The flashing lights, the officer’s questions, and a momentary lapse can set off a chain reaction that…
When a DUI Threatens Your Illinois CDL The Stakes for Commercial Drivers in Chicago Driving a truck or commercial vehicle in Illinois isn’t just a job—it’s the foundation of your livelihood. For thousands of CDL holders who pass daily through Chicago’s interstates, shipping hubs, and rail corridors, even a single…
Can You Lose Your CDL for a DUI in Your Personal Vehicle in Illinois? How a Private DUI Arrest Can Destroy a Professional Driving Career in Chicago For many professional drivers in Chicago, a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is their livelihood. Whether you’re hauling freight from the Union Stock Yards…
Chicago’s Commercial Drivers Face Unique Legal Challenges In Chicago, professional drivers form the backbone of our city’s economy. From long-haul truckers to delivery and transit drivers, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) is often the difference between steady employment and unemployment. When a DUI arrest results in a CDL suspension,…
Chicago’s Trucking Lifeline and the Stakes of a CDL Case In a city like Chicago—where semis move daily along I-90, I-94, and I-290 to reach warehouses in Bedford Park, Cicero, and Joliet—commercial drivers are the unseen force that keeps businesses alive. Losing a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) can mean losing…
Why a DUI Threatens More Than Your License For most drivers in Chicago, Illinois, a DUI arrest is stressful but survivable. For those who hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), it can destroy a career overnight. Even if the alleged offense occurs in your personal vehicle, the Illinois Secretary of…
The Immediate and Long-Term Fallout of a DUI Arrest in Illinois A DUI arrest in Chicago can unravel a person’s reputation, employment status, and professional credentials in a matter of days. Under 625 ILCS 5/11-501, it is unlawful to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while…
Understanding Illinois DUI Law and How It Applies Chicago law enforcement takes driving under the influence very seriously, and many people are surprised to learn that you can be charged with DUI even if your vehicle wasn’t in motion. Under 625 ILCS 5/11-501, Illinois law defines DUI as being in…