Illinois law prohibits drivers from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The legal blood alcohol limit for individuals who are of legal age to consume alcohol is 0.08, and a zero-tolerance law is in effect for those under the age of...
If you get pulled over for a suspected DUI in Illinois, you may feel like there is no way out of the situation. However, there are actions you can take that may reduce your penalties or get the prosecution's case dismissed altogether. Here's what to do if you get...
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol on an Illinois road can result in a misdemeanor or felony charge. In many cases, erratic driving will result in a traffic stop and cause an officer to believe that you may be impaired. The officer who conducts the stop...
Illinois courts now have more latitude when deciding on the appropriate punishment following DUI convictions. One of the typical requirements for convicted drunk drivers has been having an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in their vehicle as a form of...
Marijuana use has increased in Illinois now that many states have legalized marijuana for medical purposes. However, use of marijuana can slow reaction time and cause impaired driving. Researchers are developing a saliva test that could potentially change marijuana...
Illinois authorities say that a 44-year-old man was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed his truck on Feb. 7. Police say that the accident took place at about 10:26 p.m. in Cary, and they were called to the scene of the incident by a customer at a...
Most Illinois drivers are aware of the effects that alcohol has on driving. However, many people believe that having just one drink means that they can still safely operate a motor vehicle. Alcohol metabolism depends on several different factors and differs for...
A 44-year-old Illinois school bus driver was arrested and charged with a criminal offense for reportedly drinking on the job. A video allegedly captured the driver drinking beer while driving a bus. The woman was fired from her job and arrested on Nov. 25. The Aurora...
A DUI traffic stop in Illinois is only the beginning of the legal process for the driver who has been arrested. However, many people do not know what happens after they have been apprehended for DUI. Here is a brief description of what happens right after an arrest...
When a police officer suspects someone of driving under the influence there is a process he or she must follow. In order to make an arrest, the officer must first find probable cause to take action. One of the most common ways of doing so is by requesting the driver...
