Self-Defense Is a Legal Right in Illinois, But It Is Not a Free Pass You defended yourself. Maybe you defended your family. And now you are the one facing criminal charges, possibly aggravated battery or something even more serious. It feels backward, but it happens constantly. In the moment, police and prosecutors often cannot [...]
Most DUIs Are Misdemeanors Until They Are Not The Default: Class A Misdemeanor DUI In Illinois, most first-time and second-time DUI offenses are charged as Class A misdemeanors. A misdemeanor DUI carries penalties including up to 364 days in county jail, fines up to $2,500, mandatory alcohol evaluation and treatment, and license suspension. While [...]
What to Do After a DUI Arrest in Chicago If you have been arrested for DUI in Chicago, you need to act quickly. The decisions you make in the days following your arrest can significantly affect the outcome of your case, your driving privileges, and your freedom. A DUI arrest triggers two separate legal [...]
DUI checkpoints are common throughout Chicago, IL and Cook County, especially during holidays and late-night enforcement periods. If you are stopped at a roadside safety check, understanding your rights under Illinois DUI laws is critical. A DUI arrest can result in license suspension, DUI charges, and long-term consequences within the Illinois criminal justice system. [...]
If you're facing DUI charges in Chicago, you're likely wondering whether this mistake will follow you for the rest of your life. The harsh reality is that under Illinois law, DUI convictions become permanent marks on your record that cannot be expunged or sealed—making them visible to employers, landlords, and licensing boards indefinitely. However, there [...]
12 Things a Marijuana DUI Lawyer in Illinois Wants You to Know Marijuana is legal for both medical and recreational use in Illinois, and adults 21 and older can buy it from licensed dispensaries across the state. But Illinois law still places strict limits on how and where you can use it, and driving [...]
Being pulled over on suspicion of DUI can be an unnerving experience. The mere possibility of getting arrested can make you nervous and cause you to make mistakes. If you get pulled over, it is essential to understand your rights so you don't accidentally incriminate yourself. Under Illinois law, police officers need to have probable [...]
PEOPLE V T.B. T.B. was pulled over and charged with the Driving Under the Influence in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-501(a)(2), after police observed what they believed was impaired driving while picking up her son from work. T.B. performed field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol. Attorney [...]
DUI and Cannabis The majority of DUI client’s I see are charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Recently, my office has seen a noticeable rise in charges related to driving under the influence of marijuana. There are many questions surrounding the law related to driving under the influence of marijuana. Do the [...]
