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If you are arrested for a DUI in Illinois, you may be facing both a criminal court case and an administrative suspension of your driver’s license. These proceedings have different rules and deadlines, and the license suspension can start before the criminal charge is resolved. O’Flaherty Law makes sure clients understand both sides of the case so they can make informed decisions and take action before important opportunities are lost.
Under Illinois law it is illegal for a person to operate or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, prescription medication, illegal drugs or combination of substances. A driver can also be charged with having a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or higher, even if the prosecution does not use evidence of unsafe driving. Penalties can include fines, court supervision or a conviction, alcohol or drug treatment, increased insurance rates and limitations on driving privileges.
Every DUI case is fact specific. Our legal staff may investigate the reason for the traffic stop, police reports, body-camera footage, field sobriety tests, breath or blood test procedures, witness statements, and whether law enforcement followed the required rules. O’Flaherty Law gives you straightforward communication and practical advice while advocating for the best possible outcome for your Des Plaines DUI case.
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Yes. Illinois DUI law applies to driving as well as being in “actual physical control” of a vehicle. Factors such as where you were sitting, whether you had access to the keys, whether the vehicle was running, and whether it could be driven may become important. An attorney can review the circumstances and determine whether the prosecution can prove actual physical control.
Yes. A valid prescription does not automatically prevent a DUI charge. A person may be charged when medication, alone or combined with another substance, allegedly makes them unable to drive safely. The defense may examine the medication involved, dosage, medical records, officer observations, testing methods, and other possible explanations for the reported behavior.
Depending on the case, a lawyer may challenge the legality of the traffic stop, the officer’s observations, field sobriety test administration, breathalyzer maintenance, chemical testing procedures, or the handling of blood and urine samples. Video footage and inconsistencies in police reports may also be important. Weaknesses in the evidence could affect negotiations, license proceedings, or the outcome at trial.