Speeding over 25 mph is a criminal offense in the State of Illinois. There are two categories of aggravated speeding, based upon how much over the speed limit you are. 26 to 34 mph over the speed limit is a Class B Misdemeanor. 35 mph and over is a Class A Misdemeanor. These are serious…
In most DUI cases in Illinois, in addition to the DUI criminal charges, you will received a STATUTORY SUMMARY SUSPENSION. This is the automatic suspension of your driver’s license 46 days after your DUI arrest. If you have a CDL license, this will suspend your CDL and cause a 1 year disqualification. This suspension /…
To win a DUI trial in Illinois you have to understand the basics of trial law. Specifically, who has the burden of proof. You are innocent of the DUI charge at all times until a Judge says otherwise. This means the State has the burden (requirement) to prove to the court that you are guilty.…