Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog
Getting charged with DUI in Chicago isn’t limited to people behind the wheel of a car. If you’re riding a golf cart through a suburban street in Cicero or coasting on an e-scooter down Milwaukee Avenue, you could still end up facing a DUI charge. Illinois law makes no exception for smaller or alternative vehicles when it comes to driving under the influence.
I’m a Chicago DUI defense lawyer who’s defended countless clients in these kinds of cases. From arrests near Grant Park to incidents in neighborhoods like Logan Square and Andersonville, I’ve seen how quickly a fun night out can turn into a criminal case. The courts in Cook County treat these offenses seriously, even if the vehicle wasn’t a traditional automobile.
Let’s break down what the law says, what you’re up against, and how I can help defend you.
