It may surprise you to know that field sobriety tests only have 66-77% accuracy, and the majority of DUI arrests in Illinois get based on field sobriety tests. Yet only 77% of horizontal gaze nystagmus tests, 68% of walk-and-turn tests, and 65% of one-leg-stand tests are accurate.  This begs the question, could you fail one of these tests […]Read More

In 1910, the nation’s first drunk driving law was passed in New York. Since then, drunk driving laws have become more specific and stricter, with guidelines set for intoxication levels, and harsher penalties for those have more than one DUI.  The laws for drunk driving have always seemed clear: if you get caught driving over the legal […]Read More

Illinois takes DUIs very seriously. In 2009, it doubled the penalties for first-time offenders. If the police arrest you for a DUI, you can see your license suspended automatically for six months. After a DUI conviction, the minimum license revocation is a full year. Those on their second or third convictions lose their ability to […]Read More

When you get your driver’s license the first time, it is made very clear that if you abuse the privilege, it could be taken from you. We know that DUI convictions, reckless driving, and drag racing can all result in the temporary, or even permanent loss of a license, but did you know that you can […]Read More

The DUI laws in Illinois were established in 1958, applying to individuals with a blood alcohol content of .15. Then on July 1, 1991, the Cannabis Control Act, or Illinois Controlled Substances Act, went into effect, thereby expanding the definition of driving under the influence.  These laws have changed the limits at which people can drive legally while intoxicated, and the laws […]Read More

Over 1.5 million people are arrested annually for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is a crime in every state to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and if you are caught driving under the influence, chances are you will receive a DUI. However, a DUI conviction varies from […]Read More

Ever since it became legal and a useful replacement for patients who would otherwise use opioids, medical marijuana use has spiked in Illinois. While it’s a great replacement for opioids and other prescription drugs, it still needs to be handled with care. The increase of DUIs from marijuana use is only going to climb as more […]Read More

It’s an unfortunate circumstance when we get in trouble with the law, but if it should happen, normally you would ask people who faced a similar charge what you can expect. Unfortunately, Illinois DUI laws can, and do change almost every year.  We’re going to take a look at what you should know about receiving […]Read More

Even minor traffic offenses can leave you with a suspended or revoked license.  So how are you supposed to get it back? Depending on your circumstances, you’ll either need to request a formal hearing or go to an informal hearing. Not sure how those two hearings are different? We’ll lay it out for you.  What is […]Read More

A DUI charge does not necessarily mean you were drinking and driving. It can include driving while under the influence of prescription medications, or even over-the-counter ones. However, the penalties are usually the same for each infraction.  Whenever you have been charged with DUI, whether it is for alcohol or for medications, trying to have […]Read More