Arrested for DUI in Illinois Without a Failed Breath Test? Here’s What You Need to Know In Chicago, many drivers are surprised to learn that a failed breath test isn’t required to be arrested or charged with driving under the influence (DUI). You could blow under the legal limit or…
DUI arrests happen every day in Chicago, but not all cases are treated equally under Illinois law. While many first-time DUI offenses are misdemeanors, repeat arrests or certain aggravating factors can turn a DUI into a felony, dramatically increasing the penalties you face. If you’re charged with a felony DUI,…
Here’s What You Need to Know Police Claims of Odor Leading to DUI Arrests Drivers in Chicago are frequently stopped for routine traffic issues that escalate into DUI investigations. Often, the first thing an officer says is that they “smell alcohol” inside your vehicle. Many people don’t realize that this…
Why DUI Cases in Chicago Are So Serious Chicago is a city known for its nightlife, sporting events, and heavy traffic. Unfortunately, DUI arrests are a daily occurrence, and Illinois law takes impaired driving very seriously. Even a first offense can have life-altering consequences, making it crucial to have a…
Getting arrested in Illinois can turn your life upside down in a matter of minutes. Whether you’re in downtown Chicago or a nearby suburb like Cicero, Naperville, or Waukegan, the moment you’re placed in handcuffs, everything changes. How you respond from the very first second matters. The way you speak…
Most people are surprised to learn that you don’t need to be caught speeding, swerving, or violating any traffic rule to be arrested for DUI in Illinois. We’ve represented many clients in Chicago and surrounding counties who were approached while parked, sitting in their car outside a business, or stopped…
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Chicago, it may be tempting to handle the matter yourself—especially if it’s your first arrest. After all, you might think it’s just a simple mistake, and if you’re cooperative and respectful, the court will go easy on you. Unfortunately, the legal system doesn’t…
Understanding the limits of police authority is critical if you’re facing criminal charges in Chicago or the surrounding counties. The difference between reasonable suspicion and probable cause may seem like legal jargon, but that difference can determine whether the charges against you are legitimate—or completely unconstitutional. Every day in Cook…
If you were arrested for DUI in Chicago, your future could hinge on evidence collected in a matter of minutes. In Illinois, prosecutors don’t rely on one smoking gun. They use layers of evidence — police reports, chemical test results, bodycam footage, and field observations — to build a case…
Most people assume that police need to witness a traffic violation like speeding, swerving, or running a red light before they can legally stop a vehicle. But in Illinois, especially in major metropolitan areas like Chicago, drivers are often pulled over on suspicion of DUI even when they haven’t committed…