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You might think that you can just pay a traffic ticket and move on, but in reality, you may be pleading guilty and getting a conviction on your driving record. Illinois moving violations can remain on your driving record for years, and multiple violations can jeopardize your driving privileges. Knowing what the ticket might mean for you and if there are alternative options can be useful before you decide on a course of action.
Traffic cases include everything from routine speeding and improper lane use to more serious charges. Depending on your situation and your driving record, you may be able to contest the ticket, ask for court supervision, or try to work out some other resolution. For some, court supervision can be especially important as successful completion often leads to the case ending without a conviction. More serious speeding charges also warrant more attention – in Illinois, driving 26 miles per hour or more over the applicable speed limit is a misdemeanor, not a petty traffic offense.
At O’Flaherty Law, we don’t just talk about your options — we review the citation, your driving history, and the circumstances of the stop. Our Bloomington traffic ticket attorneys can help you understand the possible consequences, prepare for court and fight for a resolution that works for your situation. Whether you're worried about a first ticket, multiple violations or a more serious speeding charge, our aim is to make the process clear and to help you make informed decisions.
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It can. For eligible Illinois tickets handled through the state's e-Guilty system, the online process involves entering a voluntary guilty plea. Because a conviction may become part of your driving record, it is worth reviewing your options before automatically paying a ticket.
Court supervision is a possible outcome in some Illinois traffic cases. Generally, no conviction is entered while you are under supervision, and successful completion can result in the case being closed without a conviction. Eligibility depends on the offense and your circumstances, and different rules can apply to commercial drivers.
Illinois treats excessive speeding more seriously than an ordinary speeding ticket. Driving 26 to 34 miles per hour over the applicable speed limit is a Class B misdemeanor, while driving 35 miles per hour or more over the limit is a Class A misdemeanor. Because these are criminal offenses rather than ordinary petty traffic violations, speaking with an attorney before resolving the charge can be particularly important.