In 1990, the US Supreme Court decided that despite the Fourth Amendment, which protects citizens from searches and seizures, sobriety checkpoints are completely legal. The argument is that checkpoints are ways to protect the innocent from drunk drivers. If you are living in Illinois, and encounter a sobriety checkpoint, it’s vitally important that you understand […]Read More

While there are no verifiable stats, there are many more unlicensed drivers on the road than you think. The reasons people choose to drive without driver’s license might vary, however one thing remains true. Unlicensed drivers make the roads a safety hazard for themselves and everyone around them. If you’re considering driving without a license in Illinois, […]Read More

A DUI charge is a long an arduous process that is not something that can be taken care of over the weekend. Handling the aftermath of the charges can take weeks, or even months. When you’re faced with steep fines, the possible loss of your license, and even jail time, you want to look into any […]Read More

As it stands in almost every state, driving is a privilege, not a right. Because of this, your driver’s license can be suspended or revoked for a number of reasons, these include unpaid traffic tickets or a DUI. As we all know, people make mistakes, and sometimes these mistakes can lead to major hardships in our […]Read More

You already know that a DUI could land you in jail, and costs thousands of dollars in legal fees, but did you know that car insurance for DUI offenders can spike anywhere from 30-200 percent? That’s why you should always have a designated driver or plan on catching a ride after a few drinks. If you’ve […]Read More

In 2016, the state of Illinois arrested nearly 30,000 drivers for a DUI or Driving Under the Influence. Although this crime most often pertains to alcohol, individuals can face arrest for driving with cannabis or other drugs in their system as well. In the state of Illinois, being arrested for DUI can lead to the loss of […]Read More

This viral story of a nurse’s arrest in Utah was the result of a DUI stop in July of 2017. The arrest took place due to her refusal to draw blood from a man who was unconscious. Law enforcement needed the blood test. A breathalyzer was not possible given the man’s condition. The nurse found herself between […]Read More

One of the hot button issues in the country is the dangers of driving drunk, but did you know that driving while tired or drowsy can be just as dangerous? If you’ve ever driven without having gotten enough sleep, you’re probably familiar with the struggle of battling fatigue. Sometimes it’s easier than others, but whenever […]Read More

Have you recently lost your Illinois driver’s license? Do you know how long it takes to reinstate a license? Every year in Illinois, nearly 40,000 drivers are charged with a DUI. Whether they were driving just a few blocks in Chicago, or across the state, driving under the influence is dangerous behavior. Once you have lost your […]Read More

In Illinois, the Secretary of State (SOS) can revoke or suspend your driver’s license for several reasons. This can be having too many traffic violations, failing to pay your traffic tickets, getting DUIs, or failing to make child support payments. These cases can lead to a suspension or revocation. A suspension means there’s an end […]Read More