Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog
If you’ve been arrested for riding a scooter under the influence in Chicago, you may be wondering whether you’ll face the same consequences as someone driving a car. The short answer: Yes—and then some. A DUI on a scooter in Illinois can land you in criminal court, carry heavy penalties, and leave you with a permanent mark on your criminal record.
Many people mistakenly assume that scooters are toys or that DUI laws don’t apply to them. But under Illinois law, prosecutors treat these cases seriously—especially in areas with heavy scooter traffic like Streeterville, Lincoln Park, and the West Loop. At The Law Offices of David L. Freidberg, we’ve represented many clients across Cook, DuPage, Will, and Lake Counties who were blindsided by a criminal DUI charge for riding what they thought was a harmless device.
Let’s break down what Illinois law says, how these cases unfold, and what you can do to protect your record and your future.
