When most people think about the consequences of a DUI, they focus on the criminal penalties such as fines, jail time, license suspension, and mandatory education programs. But a DUI in Illinois can follow you in less obvious and longer-lasting ways, including your financial health. One of the most common questions is whether a DUI…
Illinois participates in the Interstate Driver’s License Compact (IDLC), an agreement among most U.S. states to share information about serious traffic offenses, including DUIs. When you are convicted of a DUI in Illinois, that information is reported to the National Driver Register (NDR), a federal database that tracks drivers with revoked or suspended licenses. When…
If you have been charged with a DUI in Illinois and noticed mistakes on your ticket, you may be wondering whether those errors could result in your case being thrown out. This is a common concern and a fair question. After all, when you are facing a charge that could affect your license, insurance rates,…
The Military’s Stance on DUI Convictions Each branch of the U.S. military—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard—has its own policies regarding enlistment with a criminal record. Generally, a single DUI conviction is not an automatic disqualifier but will require a conduct waiver. Multiple DUI convictions, however, significantly diminish your chances of enlistment…
If you have just been arrested for DUI in Cook County, you are likely confused, overwhelmed, and uncertain about what happens next. A DUI arrest in Illinois immediately triggers two separate tracks. One is criminal and the other is administrative. Each comes with serious consequences that begin almost immediately after your arrest. Andy Sotiropoulos &…
