If you have been pulled over and asked to take a breathalyzer test, you might wonder whether the results are always accurate. The truth is that several factors can potentially affect the reliability of these tests. Understanding what might influence your breathalyzer...
A DUI charge in Illinois often starts as a misdemeanor, but certain facts can raise the charge to a felony. The Illinois Vehicle Code classifies these cases as aggravated DUI offenses. Because felony driving under the influence (DUI) charges may bring more serious...
A split-second crash can leave you shaken, but Illinois law gives you no grace period to collect yourself. The state does not distinguish between panic, confusion or deliberately fleeing. Waiting even a few hours to report an incident, regardless of your reasons,...
An order of protection may be issued shortly after an arrest or court filing. It can limit contact with a spouse or partner, require changes to living arrangements and affect access to children. Many people read these orders and assume the court has already made up...
A first-time DUI arrest in Illinois often moves faster than you expect. You may face court dates, license consequences and strict deadlines before you fully understand the process. What happens immediately after a DUI arrest Illinois treats a DUI arrest as two...
Juvenile crimes are relatively common. Teenagers lack the ability to thoroughly assess the implications of their choices. Even relatively mature and responsible young adults can make impulsive choices that lead to criminal charges. Common juvenile offenses include...
Self-checkout counters aim to reduce inefficiencies in retail stores, allowing shoppers to process their purchases while freeing up other checkout lanes. Unfortunately, some have taken advantage of this option by intentionally exploiting mistakes as an excuse to...
Young adults lack the impulse control that adults eventually develop. Their youthful brains can turn curiosity into criminal activity relatively quickly. Juveniles often face criminal charges for the impulsive decisions that they make. Young adults may find themselves...
It is alarming how drugs have infiltrated our schools, influencing many young adults and teens. Drug rings often target juveniles as unknowing mules. They carry drugs without understanding the risks. This protects the real criminals from facing justice. If you find...
One wrong decision behind the wheel can put your whole career at risk. In Illinois, a driving under the influence (DUI) charge does not just affect your ability to drive. It can also affect your job, your income and your reputation. Jobs in healthcare, law, teaching,...
