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DUI

Jul. 10 2024

Understanding DUI Penalties: How Aggravating Factors Can Influence Your Case

Man drinking a beer while driving car. Driving in a state of intoxication. Don't drink and drive concept.
Posted By: azhari dev
Category:
DUI

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense with significant legal consequences. When aggravating factors are present, these penalties can become even more severe. Understanding how these factors influence a DUI case is crucial, and consulting with a DUI defense lawyer is essential [...]
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Apr. 10 2024

Can You Challenge Breathalyzer Results?

A test tube with blood to measure the amount of alcohol in a person's system.
Posted By: azhari dev
Category:
DUI

Getting pulled over for a suspected DUI can be stressful, especially with a breathalyzer test on the line. But the big question is: are breathalyzer results the final say? In Chicago, challenging these tests is a common defense strategy in DUI cases. With much at stake, including your driving [...]
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Apr. 3 2024

What Are the First Actions to Take Following a DUI Arrest in Chicago?

Car keys leaning against a glass of whiskey with a gavel in the background.
Posted By: azhari dev
Category:
DUI

Getting arrested for a DUI can be a life-threatening event, leaving you confused, scared, and unsure of what steps to take next. The legal system can be confusing, and the penalties for a DUI conviction in Chicago can be severe. This guide will serve as your roadmap, guiding you through the [...]
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Mar. 13 2024

Top Qualities to Look for in a DUI Lawyer in Chicago

DUI Lawyer concept. Car Key, Gavel and Beer on table.
Posted By: azhari dev
Category:
DUI

When facing DUI charges in Chicago, the stakes are high, and the impact on your life can be significant. A DUI conviction can lead to severe penalties, including hefty fines, loss of driving privileges, increased insurance rates, and even imprisonment. Given these potential consequences, securing [...]
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Feb. 2 2024

First-Time vs. Repeat DUI Offenses in Illinois: Understanding the Differences

man breathalyzing in his car after being charged with a dui
Posted By: azhari dev
Category:
DUI

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Illinois, with stringent laws enacted to deter individuals from driving while impaired. The state takes a tough stance on DUI offenses, with penalties increasing significantly for repeat offenders. Understanding the nuances between [...]
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Aug. 5 2022

Your Guide to IL License Suspensions

Posted By: Sami Azhari

In Illinois, the Secretary of State has the power to revoke or suspend your driver’s license for a variety of reasons. One of the most common reasons is being caught driving under the influence in the state, commonly referred to as a DUI. However, a suspension or revocation of your [...]
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Jul. 15 2022

It’s Your Second IL DUI, Now What?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
Category:
DUI

When you are arrested for a DUI, there are many possible consequences from the start. When you start to get into territory where it’s not your first DUI, then those consequences can become even more significant in Illinois. In some respects, your first DUI weighs heavily on the outcome of [...]
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Jul. 1 2022

Can Aging Increase Your Odds for an IL DUI?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
Category:
DUI

There’s no denying it: The population in the United States is growing older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 44 million people over age 65 in the United States thanks to the Baby Boomer generation. While those who are older enjoy the freedom of [...]
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May. 25 2022

Do’s and Don’ts for IL DUI Sobriety Checkpoints

Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Have you ever been driving home and then come upon a strange scene? Cop cars are stopping cars as they drive past, funneling them through a checkpoint to see if people have been drinking and driving? Sobriety checkpoints do occur in Illinois, so it’s important to understand what you should [...]
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Apr. 27 2022

Driving While Diabetic: Is it a DUI?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
Category:
DUI

People with medical conditions and disabilities face a lot of challenges – and if you’re diabetic, then a charge for a DUI may be one of them. Diabetics can suffer from bouts with low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia, that can mimic symptoms of intoxication. Additionally, they can [...]
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