If the police pull you over, one of the first things you should ask yourself is if they had a reason to do it. If not, it may be an illegal stop -- even if you were breaking the law. The reason for this is that probable cause is needed for traffic stops. They cannot...
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Are DUI checkpoints illegal?
Just because the police choose to do something does not mean that it is legal. For instance, if they search your home without consent or a warrant, that’s an illegal search in all but rare cases -- such as an active crime. If they racially profile you and arrest you...
How often do Breathalyzer tests need to be recalibrated?
Calibration should be a hot topic if you’ve been accused of a DUI after taking a Breathalyzer test. All Breathalyzer tests used in a legal capacity should be calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. If a Breathalyzer has not been calibrated,...
What impact does a DUI have on your driving rights?
When you get pulled over by police for unusual driving and then arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois, your first and strongest concerns may relate to whether or not you will face jail time. However, incarceration is only one of many negative...
What’s the difference between speeding and super speeding?
Different roads across the state of Illinois have different speed limits, and drivers who break those speed limits likely know that they could face tickets if they get caught by police. After all, speeding is a common infraction that mostly goes undetected and...
Nurses facing DUI charges: Avoid a conviction at all costs
You worked hard to obtain your nursing license. Along with plenty of nights cramming for tests and clinicals, you have a significant student loan debt load to pay off as a result.So, it only makes sense that you want to protect your nursing license. After all, you...
Do you have to go through a DUI checkpoint?
One question that many people have is if they can stop and turn around if they see a DUI checkpoint. They may want to do so for any number of reasons, from not wanting to deal with the long lines to knowing that they could be over the limit.Most people have stopped at...
Breathalyzer results are not always reliable evidence
Failing a Breathalyzer test during a traffic stop typically leads to drunk driving charges which can impact a person's ability to continue their education, find housing and maintain employment. If you recently failed a Breathalyzer test in Illinois, it is worth the...
Do you know what to do if the police pull you over for DUI?
You're driving home one night from an evening out with friends when you happen to glimpse into the rearview mirror and see those flashing blue lights behind you. Uh-oh. Suddenly you're wishing you hadn't ordered that last glass of wine at the bar.You nervously pull...
Is house arrest appropriate for a DUI conviction?
Those facing drunk driving charges in Illinois should be relieved to learn that ours is not a state where there is mandatory jail time like some where even those convicted of first-offense DUI must serve time behind bars.Of course, each case is independently reviewed...
