Aggravated Speeding Lawyer for the Wheaton Field Court

Every traffic case in DuPage County, including aggravated speeding, is now heard at the Wheaton Field Court inside the DuPage County Judicial Center, 505 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. If you were cited for driving 26 mph or more over the limit anywhere in the county, you are facing a criminal misdemeanor, and the way the case is handled from the first court date matters.

The Davis Law Group, P.C. defends aggravated speeding cases in Wheaton regularly. We know how DuPage County prosecutors approach these charges and what it takes to put our clients in the best possible position.

About the Wheaton Field Court

Our attorneys represent clients at the Wheaton Field Court on traffic, DUI and criminal matters. For a deeper look at how these cases unfold, read our article on aggravated speeding charges at the Wheaton Courthouse.

The Wheaton Field Court replaced the old field courts in Addison, Downers Grove and Glendale Heights, so it is now the only traffic court in DuPage County. Traffic cases are heard on the first floor in Rooms 1001, 1002 and 1003, with a morning and an afternoon court call each weekday. The building is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and parking is in the garage east of the Judicial Center. Your room and court call should be on your ticket; if not, the Clerk’s Office can provide them.

Understanding an Aggravated Speeding Charge

In DuPage County, as everywhere in Illinois, a ticket for 26 mph or more over the limit is a criminal charge under 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5.

DuPage County courts take speeding seriously, but a first offense rarely leads to jail. The greater risk is a misdemeanor conviction, which is permanent and cannot be expunged. It can appear on background checks and affect your insurance and your license, so the outcome deserves careful attention.

What to Expect in Court

At the first court date, your attorney files an appearance and begins discussing the case with the prosecutor. Some cases are not resolved on the first date. The prosecutor may need to produce evidence, and your attorney may need time to gather mitigation.

When a resolution is reached, it is presented to the judge for approval. If the case cannot be resolved fairly, it can be set for trial.

Supervision vs. Conviction

The difference matters. A conviction is a permanent finding of guilt. Supervision is a period, set by the judge, during which you pay fines and costs, avoid new violations and meet any other conditions. Complete it, and the case is dismissed with no conviction entered. Supervision is not available for aggravated speeding in a school or construction zone, and prior supervisions or convictions may limit eligibility.

Pursuing the Best Possible Result

Every client’s situation is different. A driver with a clean record faces different options than one with recent tickets, and someone whose job depends on driving or a background check has different priorities. We focus on achieving the best possible result, whether that means:

• Negotiating an amendment or reduction of the charge
• Securing court supervision to avoid a conviction
• Avoiding criminal penalties and a permanent record
• Damage control when the evidence is strong
• Challenging the case at trial when appropriate

Because every DuPage County traffic case now runs through the Wheaton Field Court, the same prosecutors and judges handle cases from across the county. Knowing how they approach aggravated speeding helps us set realistic goals and pursue them.

Which Tickets Are Heard in Wheaton?

Because Wheaton is the county’s only traffic court, it hears tickets from every DuPage County police department and from the Illinois State Police and DuPage County Sheriff. Room 1001 handles cases from departments including Aurora, Naperville, West Chicago and Winfield, along with the DuPage County Sheriff and Forest Preserve police. Room 1002 handles cases from departments including Downers Grove, Bolingbrook, Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Hinsdale, Lemont, Oakbrook Terrace, Westmont, Willowbrook and Woodridge, along with several Illinois State Police districts. Room 1003 handles cases from departments including Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, College of DuPage, Glendale Heights, Glen Ellyn, Hanover Park, Lombard, Roselle and Wayne. Many aggravated speeding tickets in the county are written on I 88, I 355 and I 290.

How a Conviction Affects Your License

An aggravated speeding conviction goes on your Illinois driving record as a moving violation. Three in 12 months can lead to a suspension, and drivers under 21 face stricter limits. If your license is already suspended or revoked, our firm also handles Illinois driver’s license reinstatement.

Aggravated Speeding Questions: Wheaton

Contact Our Wheaton Aggravated Speeding Attorneys

If you were ticketed for aggravated speeding anywhere in DuPage County, call The Davis Law Group, P.C. at (847) 390-8500 for a free consultation about your case at the Wheaton Field Court. We answer calls 24/7. Learn more about aggravated speeding in Illinois.