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Illinois has a “move over” law that was enacted to help keep first responders who are assisting stranded or injured motorists along the side of the road safe. Every year, police, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals and tow truck drivers, as well as the...
Drivers in Illinois have to secure a license to legally operate vehicles on public roads. They then need to comply with the law in order to retain their licensing. In some cases, people can lose their driver's license by failing to pay renewal fees or getting...
Field sobriety testing is a well-known component of many drunk driving traffic stops. If police officers suspect that someone is under the influence, they may ask that driver to exit their vehicle. The officer may then instruct them to perform a series of three tests....
Although most people know that drunk driving is illegal, many people don't realize they are drunk before they drive. Particularly when people enjoy alcohol regularly, they may become accustomed to its effects or struggle to estimate their own impairment after...
Sometimes, drivers immediately understand why a police officer has pulled them over. They may have a burned-out brake light or be aware that their speed is inappropriately high. Other times, they don't know an officer's intention for the traffic stop until they...
Someone who is arrested for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Illinois may have questions about the legality of their situation. Sometimes, the most effective components of someone's defense strategy directly relate to the misconduct of police officers....
Most traffic infractions in New Jersey are very minor offenses that risk a financial penalty and possibly licensing consequences. However, there are a handful of traffic violations that might actually lead to someone's prosecution and a criminal record if they plead...
If you are like most people, you spend a lot of time on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Tik-tok and more. There is nothing wrong with using these platforms to connect with your loved ones or speak about issues that are important to you. If the...
When a traffic stop turns into an investigation about whether you’re driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol, it’s not unusual to be on edge – and nerves can make someone unintentionally chatty. That’s a problem, however, when everything you say can (and...
Many traffic stops result in an officer writing of citation because there was a violation of traffic laws that occurred. Occasionally, officers determine that there is no need to issue a ticket and let a driver go on their way with a warning or an apology if the...