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DUI Arrests in Chicago – When “Odor of Alcohol” Leads to Handcuffs In Chicago, DUI arrests are a top priority for law enforcement. With heavy traffic, late-night bar activity, and strict enforcement campaigns throughout Cook County, many drivers find themselves pulled over and questioned about alcohol consumption. One of the most common statements people hear…

Many people assume that a DUI arrest in Illinois always follows some sort of traffic violation—speeding, weaving, or blowing through a red light. But that’s not always the case. In fact, many of our clients come to us in total disbelief that they were arrested for DUI even though they weren’t pulled over for any…

A DUI charge in Chicago can shake your entire life. For some, it’s their first interaction with the criminal justice system. For others, it’s a repeat mistake that threatens everything they’ve worked for—career, reputation, driver’s license, and even freedom. Whether you’ve been pulled over after dinner in River North or stopped late at night on…

If you’ve been pulled over and charged with DUI in Chicago, you’re likely wondering how the prosecution plans to prove their case. Illinois prosecutors don’t make arrests on a hunch — they build DUI cases using a wide range of evidence, each designed to meet the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. From breath…

In Chicago, it’s not uncommon to hear about someone being stopped and arrested for DUI, even though they hadn’t run a red light, swerved between lanes, or committed any obvious traffic offense. This situation leaves many wondering: is it actually legal for police to initiate a DUI stop in Illinois without witnessing a traffic violation…

Why First-Time DUI Offenders in Chicago Should Still Be Concerned Many people arrested for a first-time DUI in Chicago assume they’ll get a slap on the wrist, especially if they’ve never had any run-ins with the law. But Illinois law paints a different picture. Under 625 ILCS 5/11-501, a first DUI offense is classified as…

Chicago Drivers Shouldn’t Assume a BAC Result Means Conviction If you’re pulled over and arrested for DUI in Chicago, the police may ask you to submit to a breath or blood test to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Most people assume these results are ironclad—if the machine says you’re over 0.08%, that’s the end…

In the City of Chicago, law enforcement officers patrol busy expressways, neighborhood streets, and nightlife districts like Wrigleyville and River North with vigilance for impaired drivers. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a charge that applies statewide in Illinois when a driver operates a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or…

Chicago is a city that never slows down. With its sprawling neighborhoods, popular nightlife, and countless events throughout the year, DUI arrests are an everyday occurrence across Cook County and beyond. While some drivers believe a DUI arrest is just a temporary inconvenience, the truth is that it marks the beginning of a potentially life-altering…

In a city as vibrant and populated as Chicago, the consequences of impaired driving have far-reaching impacts. When alcohol or drugs contribute to the death of another person during a motor vehicle crash, Illinois prosecutors may bring a charge known as DUI manslaughter. While the term isn’t directly used in the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the…