Imagine this: you decide not to drive home after drinking. Instead, you sit in your car, parked, waiting for a friend or trying to sleep it off. You don’t move the vehicle. You don’t put the car in gear. But when police arrive, they still arrest you for DUI. This scenario is more common than…
Continue reading ›If you were arrested for DUI in Illinois while parked in your driveway or on a private road, you may be wondering how that’s even possible. Many people assume DUI laws only apply to public roads. But Illinois law doesn’t draw that line so clearly. In fact, DUI charges can—and do—occur on private property across…
Continue reading ›Understanding DUI Charges Without a Direct Witness In most DUI cases, law enforcement officers pull over a driver based on observed impaired behavior, such as erratic driving, speeding, or running a red light. However, there are situations where a driver can be charged with DUI in Illinois even if no one directly witnessed them operating the vehicle.…
Continue reading ›Chicago is a major transportation hub, bringing visitors from across the country for business, tourism, and entertainment. With busy highways, airports, and a thriving nightlife, it is not uncommon for out-of-state drivers to find themselves pulled over and arrested for DUI in Illinois. A DUI arrest in Chicago can have serious consequences, not just in…
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