DUI – Criminal Defense - Divorce

Former prosecutor – More than 21 years of experience

630.871.1200

DuPage DUI Lawyer

Experience is key when it comes to handling DUI charges. You could end up facing some very harsh penalties, especially for second or third offenses or felony DUI charges. Stiff fines, probation, license suspension, and jail time are all a distinct possibility. How can you avoid the harshest of penalties? By hiring an experienced Illinois DUI attorney who knows how to get results.

As a DuPage DUI lawyer, I bring more than 10 years experience as a prosecutor in the State’s Attorney’s Office to every DUI case I handle. Nearly 3 years of that time was spent as a Deputy Chief of the Misdemeanor Division where all the misdemeanor DUI cases were handled. I was also a supervisor in the felony courtrooms where all the felony DUI offenses are handled. I know how DUI cases and related cases are prosecuted…and I know the best ways to defend you.

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In Illinois, DUI arrests trigger two separate cases: a criminal case and a civil case. The criminal case can result in jail time, fines, a suspended driver's license, a revoked driver’s license, required alcohol education classes, and more. In addition, a drunk driving arrest also triggers a civil case which involves an automatic administrative driver's license suspension. There are two ways to fight it. You are entitled to an initial hearing that can save your license or you can seek later relief from the Illinois Secretary of State. Timing is critical in these matters. Many people don’t realize that they must request a hearing within a certain number of days. After that, your license is automatically suspended and there is no recourse.

Remember, just because you have been arrested and charged with DUI does not mean you are guilty. As your attorney, I will carefully examine the details of your case, including the details of your arrest and the results of any field sobriety tests. If there are holes in the State’s case, I will find them. In addition, I can also help you obtain a work permit to drive to work (also known as a Judicial Driving Permit or JDP), or Restricted Driver’s Permit (RDP) so you can keep driving to and from work.

Did you know…a first-time DUI arrest carries an automatic summary license suspension. In some cases, yes. Upon arrest, the arresting officer will take the driver's license issue a temporary receipt to drive for 45 days. The statutory summary suspension begins on the 46th day after the arrest, and driving privileges are automatically suspended.

Don’t try to battle drunk driving charges on your own. Put the knowledge and skills of an experienced DUI and criminal defense attorney to work for you by contacting me today. I offer a free initial consultation. Together, we will figure out where you stand and what options you have, then determine the best course of action. Flexible appointment times, including evenings and weekends, are available.