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What Every Driver in Chicago Must Understand If you’re pulled over and arrested for DUI anywhere in Chicago, you’re immediately facing two very different legal battles: a civil administrative hearing and a criminal court prosecution. Each has its own timeline, rules, consequences, and potential long-term effects. Confusing the two—or assuming one will take care of…

It happens more often than people think. You leave a bar or friend’s house in Chicago, realize you shouldn’t be driving, and decide to sit in your car for a while. Maybe you’re charging your phone or waiting for a ride. The engine might be off. You’re trying to make a smart decision. Then, police…

A Chicago DUI Arrest Begins a Process That Moves Faster Than Most People Expect When someone is arrested for DUI in Chicago, the next 24 hours often feel like a blur. As a Chicago DUI defense lawyer who has spent decades fighting cases in Cook County, I know how quickly a situation can escalate from…

Chicago’s DUI Enforcement Environment and Why Field Sobriety Tests Often Mislead Chicago is a city with heavy traffic, busy nightlife corridors, unpredictable weather, and continuous police presence. Whether someone is driving through River North after dinner, commuting home through Englewood, passing through Logan Square, or heading down Lake Shore Drive after a late shift, it…

As a seasoned DUI and criminal defense attorney practicing throughout Chicago and the broader Cook County region, I’ve represented individuals who never imagined they’d be sitting across from me facing felony charges tied to a tragic accident. Among the most severe accusations is DUI manslaughter, which under Illinois law is considered aggravated DUI resulting in…

A DUI Conviction Is Not Always the End of the Road in Chicago Being found guilty of driving under the influence in Illinois can feel like your life has taken a permanent turn for the worse. Whether you live in Logan Square, Englewood, Edgewater, or anywhere else in Chicago, the reality is the same: the criminal justice system…

Felony DUI in Chicago: License Revocation and the Road to Limited Driving Relief Getting convicted of a felony DUI in Illinois doesn’t just come with court fines or jail time—it can also completely cut you off from driving. In a city like Chicago, where many people still rely on their vehicles to commute from the…

Electric scooters are everywhere in Chicago—from downtown to the neighborhoods, people rely on them for quick transportation. But when a night out ends with a scooter ride under the influence, many people are shocked to discover they’re being charged with DUI. Not just a traffic violation, but an actual criminal charge. Yes, a DUI on a…

In a city as dense and diverse as Chicago, unconventional transportation is not just common—it’s part of daily life. In neighborhoods like Beverly, Hyde Park, and even near North Avenue Beach, it’s not unusual to see golf carts used for short errands, work-related tasks, or leisure. But what many don’t realize is that Illinois DUI laws…

The First Hours After a Chicago DUI Arrest: Why Your Next 10 Days Matter More Than You Realize A DUI stop in Chicago often happens without warning. A driver may be heading home from the South Loop, leaving a gathering in Hyde Park, or driving along the Dan Ryan at night when they suddenly see…