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…
A Closer Look at First-Time DUI Charges in Chicago Driving through the city streets of Chicago, whether on Lake Shore Drive or near the bars in Wrigleyville, comes with risks—especially when alcohol is involved. For those arrested and charged with a first DUI in Illinois, the shock of facing criminal…
DUI Arrests in Chicago Often Rely on Bad Science—Don’t Let a Machine Decide Your Fate If you were pulled over and arrested for DUI in Chicago, chances are the police relied on a breath or blood test to measure your blood alcohol concentration, or BAC. While these tests are often…
Understanding the Real Consequences of a DUI Arrest on Your Driving Privileges in Chicago and Beyond If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Illinois, the law doesn’t wait for a conviction before acting against your license. In fact, the moment you are arrested, you’re already facing an administrative process that…