Timing of the summary suspension for breathalyzer and blood or urine tests
Every arrest for driving under the influence has two consequences: first, the suspension of driving privileges, and second, the criminal offense of DUI. The driver’s license suspension operates on a...
View ArticleIllinois statutory summary suspension law: the basics
A statutory summary suspension is an administrative action taken by the Secretary of State on a person’s Illinois driving privileges. If, during an arrest for driving under the influence, the person...
View ArticleWaiting for confirmation of rescission by Secretary of State
If the defendant prevails in the hearing on the petition to rescind statutory summary suspension, the judge will sign an order directing the Secretary of State to rescind the suspension. The clerk in...
View ArticleQuick fact: percentage of summary suspensions rescinded in Illinois courts
Each year, the Secretary of State releases a DUI Fact Book explaining the law and number of arrests for driving under the influence in Illinois. The Secretary compares these figures for each county, as...
View ArticleDriver’s license suspension and DUI: not related
One issue from an arrest for driving under the influence that is confusing is the difference between the summary suspension and the criminal offense of DUI. Many people believe that if you are found...
View ArticlePenalties for first DUI offense in Illinois
In the year 2014, driving under the influence remains one of the most highly politicized offenses in Illinois courts. There is no offense that will get a prosecutor fired quicker for giving a good deal...
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