Here’s What You Need to Know Before It’s Too Late Being investigated by law enforcement is one of the most stressful situations a person can face. You may not be arrested or charged yet, but you feel the pressure. Maybe you’ve been contacted by a detective. Maybe you’ve heard from…
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…
Can a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Chicago Prevent Criminal Charges from Being Filed? It starts with a phone call. Maybe a police officer leaves a message asking you to come in “just to talk.” Maybe you hear that someone filed a complaint against you. Maybe you find out there’s an…
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…
Imagine being pulled over by police in Chicago. Maybe they claim they smell something suspicious or they believe you’re acting nervously. They search your car and find a few hundred—or a few thousand—dollars in cash. No drugs are found. No charges are filed. And yet, your money is seized and…
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…