You made the responsible choice. You drank, realized you shouldn’t drive, and decided to sleep it off in your car. But instead of being praised for your caution, you found yourself in handcuffs, arrested for DUI. It doesn’t make sense—until you realize that in Illinois, the law doesn’t require you…
Here’s What You’re Really Facing Imagine this: you’re pulled over late at night in Chicago, an officer asks if you’ve had anything to drink, and then wants you to step out of the car for field sobriety testing. You decline. Next, they ask you to blow into a breathalyzer. You…
Here’s What You Need to Know It may come as a shock, but yes—you can be arrested for DUI in Illinois even if you were on private property. Whether you were parked in your own driveway, stopped on a private lane, or inside a gated apartment complex, Illinois law allows…
Most people assume that if they’re too intoxicated to drive, the responsible thing to do is stay put and sleep it off in the car. It seems like common sense and a safer alternative to getting behind the wheel. But in Illinois—and particularly in Waukegan—this decision can still lead to…
Most people believe that a breathalyzer test is a reliable and accurate way for police to determine if a driver is intoxicated. What they don’t realize is that these devices can be fooled by completely legal, everyday products—like mouthwash or breath fresheners. In fact, a surprising number of DUI arrests…
For Illinois residents who rely on medical cannabis, the law provides safe, legal access to relief. But despite having a valid medical marijuana card, patients are still being arrested and charged with DUI every day—simply for driving after using their legally prescribed medication. This harsh reality has left many wondering:…
If you’re a commercial driver in Illinois, your CDL isn’t just a license—it’s your livelihood. It’s how you support your family, pay your bills, and build your future. That’s why one of the most devastating surprises for many CDL holders in Chicago is discovering that a DUI arrest in their…
If you’ve gone through the trauma of being arrested for DUI in Illinois—especially in a city like Chicago—you already know how quickly your life can change. A single traffic stop can lead to public embarrassment, missed work, and months of courtroom appearances. But if your case ended with a not…
A DUI arrest in Illinois can leave you overwhelmed, uncertain, and searching for answers. If you had a dashcam running during the stop, you’re probably wondering whether that footage can help your case—or if it even matters. The good news is, dashcams are not only legal in Illinois, but they’re…
If you’ve been pulled over for DUI in Illinois—especially in a city like Chicago where traffic stops are common—your vehicle’s dashcam may be one of your strongest allies. While dashcams are often marketed as tools for proving fault in accidents, they also serve another crucial purpose: defending against criminal charges,…