Getting pulled over is already a stressful experience from the time you notice the flashing blue lights behind you until the officer approaches your vehicle. When law enforcement have probable cause to make a traffic stop, they may have made some ... Read More

A standard DUI is a Class A misdemeanor while an aggravated DUI is a felony. The difference is that there is an added factor, which determines the felony class and the sentencing that applies if convicted. When aggravating factors are present, the ... Read More

A DUI conviction or supervision stays on your record permanently in Illinois. DUI, whether at the misdemeanor or felony level is one of only a few charges that the Illinois legislature excluded from the possibility of being expunged or sealed where ... Read More

Yes, you can go to jail for even a first DUI charge in Illinois. It is a Class A misdemeanor, and the court has authority under 625 ILCS 5/11-501 to order up to 364 days in county jail, even on a first offense. While it is less common for a ... Read More

There is no single penalty for aggravated DUI in Illinois. Aggravated DUI is a felony, and the sentence depends on which aggravating factor the State uses to elevate the charge. Many factors carry mandatory jail or prison time. Why the Answer Depends ... Read More

A first DUI in Illinois is typically charged as a Class A misdemeanor, under 625 ILCS 5/11-501, carrying up to 364 days in county jail and fines up to $2,500. Court supervision is often available, though there is no guarantee that the judge will ... Read More