Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog
Chicago DUI Lawyer Explains Why Your Case May Follow You Everywhere
A DUI arrest in Chicago doesn’t end when the flashing lights fade. What happens in Illinois rarely stays in Illinois—especially when it comes to your driver’s license. Every year, thousands of visitors and residents alike are caught off guard when they discover their DUI case affects their right to drive in other states.
At The Law Offices of David L. Freidberg, I’ve represented people from across the country arrested in Chicago’s busy nightlife corridors, expressways, and suburbs. Many were shocked to learn that even a first-time DUI under 625 ILCS 5/11-501 can jeopardize driving privileges in their home state and create a criminal record accessible nationwide. The combination of Illinois law, national data systems, and the Driver License Compact means a conviction here can have long-term consequences elsewhere.
