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What is the True Cost of an Illinois DUI?
Brandon K. Davis

When calculating the true cost of an Illinois DUI, you must consider both the financial and more importantly, the non-financial costs associated with a DUI arrest. Financial Cost of a DUI The financial costs of a DUI can be substantial. Most DUIs are charged as Class A misdemeanors, which carry a fine of up to…

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Illinois Teen Driver’s License Laws & Traffic Ticket Penalties
Brandon K. Davis

The Illinois laws governing teen driver’s licenses and traffic tickets can be confusing for teens and parents alike. The Illinois Secretary of State operates a Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Program for teen drivers. Different laws apply depending on the age of the driver, which can be found under 625 ILCS 5/6-107. Below is a breakdown…

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How to Fight a Chicago Traffic Ticket
Brandon K. Davis

When you receive a traffic ticket in Chicago, simply paying it and moving on may seem like the easiest option. However, it’s important to remember that when you pay a traffic ticket you are pleading guilty and likely receiving a conviction against your record. In many cases, you are actually better off hiring an experienced…

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Illinois Driver’s License Suspensions and Revocations
Larry A. Davis

The Illinois Secretary of State can suspend or revoke your driver’s license for a variety of reasons. A license suspension lasts for a set period of time. After it ends, you can automatically regain your driving privileges after paying a reinstatement fee to the Secretary of State. Depending on the reason(s) for the suspension, there…

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How to Get Your License Back After a DUI in Illinois
Larry A. Davis

Individuals convicted of DUI often have two questions for our license reinstatement attorneys: When am I eligible to obtain driving privileges and How can I obtain driving privileges? This question has become more and more complicated due to changes that have occurred in Illinois law over the last several years. When Am I Eligible to…

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Will a Traffic Ticket for an Accident Suspend my Illinois License?
Brandon K. Davis

A conviction for a traffic ticket resulting from an accident, which caused personal injury or death, may result in the suspension or revocation of your Illinois driver’s license. We often receive requests for help from drivers who have been involved in personal injury or fatal accidents and, as a result of being convicted of a…

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Do I have to appear in court for my Illinois traffic ticket?
Brandon K. Davis

Typically, you are only required to appear in court if your traffic ticket is marked as “Must Appear” or “Court Appearance Required”. On most tickets, a box will be checked by the officer that confirms whether you need to appear in court. These traffic tickets will also contain a court date, time and location. Traffic…

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New Secretary of State Rules for 2022
Larry A. Davis

The Secretary of State has enacted new rules, which became effective on January 1, 2022, addressing out-of-state petitions for reinstatement; formal hearing procedures; informal hearing eligibility; time limits to complete restricted driving permit and reinstatement requirements; designation of four (4) different types of restricted driving permit and standards governing each type; using the restricted driving…

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Summary of Secretary of State Administrative Rule Amendments (Effective 11/12/21)
Larry A. Davis

OUT-OF-STATE PETITIONS ALL OUT-OF-STATE PETITIONS MADE BY WRITTEN APPLICATION INSTEAD OF AN IN-PERSON APPEARANCE WILL BE CONSIDERED INFORMAL HEARINGS – 1001.100(b) Written applications by out-of-state residents will no longer be considered formal hearings conducted pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/2-118. Accordingly, these applications will not be required to be accompanied by the $50.00 application fee. Decisions…

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