Many states across the nation – including Illinois – are taking a fresh look at cannabis and have decided to legalize it under certain parameters. While people will no longer face criminal penalties for having and using a limited amount of it, there are still laws in...
Most residents of Northern Illinois and the Chicago area recognize drunk driving as a serious crime with serious penalties. Unfortunately, drunk driving can easily lead to more serious criminal charges, as demonstrated by a recent accident on the Dan Ryan Expressway....
Young adults are finding their way in the world, and it can come with many challenges. Sometimes, mistakes are made especially when it comes to alcohol. Some young adults, after having a drink or two at a bar or friend’s house, may end up finding themselves facing a...
Road privileges in Illinois are a crucial part of daily life for many people. As a result, the consequences of having a DUI conviction can be life-changing. Occasionally, people find themselves in trouble with the law simply because they were ill-informed....
Throughout Illinois, there are a great many activities for people under 21 to take part in. Since college has restarted and the sporting event schedule – college and pro – is full and in the coming months is set to grow, there is an irresistible temptation for young...
When you are stopped on suspicion of driving under the influence in Chicago, the police may request you take a Breathalyzer test to ascertain your blood alcohol content (BAC). It is easy to resign to fate if the test outcome indicates that your BAC level is beyond the...
You might use a personal Breathalyzer machine to work out when you are safe to drive without being over the limit. Yet, putting your faith in it could get you charged with driving under the influence (DUI)> When it comes to Breathalyzers, the only ones the police...
Many people assume that they’re sober enough to dive the morning after they go out drinking -- or simply have a few too many drinks at home. Once they sleep and shower, they think it sobers them up enough and they’re no longer going to get a DUI. In a lot of cases,...
A driver who was charged with DUI allegedly collided with a state trooper’s car that was stopped on Eisenhower Expressway in Chicago a week ago. The motor vehicle accident occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. in the westbound lanes of Harlem Avenue. John Salvador,...
Being charged with driving under the influence in Illinois can cause many problems in a person’s life. Not only might there be the loss of driving privileges, but the person could face jail time and fines. Insurance rates may be raised and it could negatively impact...
