Lake County DUI Attorneys
If you or someone you know is facing DUI charges in Lake County, Illinois, it is important that you understand the basics about these criminal charges and how they may affect you. At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, our Lake County DUI lawyers are here to help you better understand your legal rights and options following a drunk driving arrest. We welcome you to contact our firm for a free consultation and have also included general information about Lake County DUI charges on this page, for your convenience.
Lake County, Illinois DUI Overview
Illinois DUI Law
DUI stands for driving under the influence. This is a criminal offense is outlined in Illinois Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5, Section 11-501, which states that a person may not operate a motor vehicle:
- With a blood alcohol concentration at or above .08%;
- While under the influence of alcohol;
- While under the influence of any form of controlled substance which renders the person incapable of driving safely; and/or
- With any amount of illegal controlled substance in the blood or urine.
The Arrest
An officer may make a Lake County DUI arrest if he or she has probable cause to believe that the driver is under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance. This means that an arrest may be made with or without the confirmation of a breath test or blood test to determine a driver’s blood alcohol concentration. The arresting officer will make observations of the driver’s behavior and may ask to administer field sobriety tests to determine whether a driver is intoxicated.
The Penalties
Simple DUI is a Class A Misdemeanor offense in Illinois. Penalties for a first DUI offense may include: imprisonment for up to 12 months in county jail, fines of up to $2,500, court fees of $500 or more, driver’s license suspension for up to 12 months, community service, and probation.
DUI Defense Lawyers in Lake County, Illinois
Defending Illinois DUI charges is not easy, but it is definitely possible with the right legal know-how, experience, dedication and resources. At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, our Lake County DUI lawyers have all the qualities one should look for in defense representation for drunk driving charges. We represent clients throughout all of Lake County and the surrounding areas in Illinois and offer a free consultation to discuss your case.
Contact a Lake County DUI lawyer at Fagan, Fagan & Davis today.