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...
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When does speeding become aggravated speeding in Illinois?
Heavy traffic on Illinois roads is a common problem, as is aggressive driving or road rage. Almost everyone on major thoroughfares, especially those with higher speed limits, will exceed the posted speed limit at some point. Some people will consistently speed on...
Get to know the points-based traffic offense system
Plenty of people make mistakes on the road that lead to citations and tickets. Most people don’t assume that those tickets or citations are very serious, but the reality is that even something as simple as a speeding ticket can have a negative impact on your life. In...
Is there ever a time when speeding is reasonable?
There are plenty of people who have been stopped by the police after being accused of speeding. Those individuals, if they pay their tickets and accept the penalties, will most likely see an increase in their insurance rates and could even lose their licenses if this...
Did the police actually have a reason to pull you over?
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...
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...