A recent DUI arrest in Las Vegas is drawing national attention after police allegedly found a driver asleep behind the wheel at a stoplight. While prosecutors await toxicology results, the case highlights a crucial distinction between being tired and being impaired. For Illinois drivers, this serves as a reminder that…
Being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois can have life-altering consequences, particularly when combined with other alleged violations such as driving without a license or proof of insurance. A recent arrest in Joliet illustrates just how quickly routine traffic stops can escalate into multiple serious charges. If…
Public campaigns and enforcement efforts across the country continue to target impaired driving, especially during high-risk periods such as holiday weekends. A recent campaign in Virginia serves as a reminder of the serious legal consequences of driving under the influence and the preventative strategies law enforcement uses to reduce DUI-related…
As cannabis legalization continues to spread across the United States, states are grappling with how best to enforce DUI laws in cases involving marijuana use. While alcohol impairment has long been subject to measurable standards like blood alcohol concentration (BAC), THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, presents enforcement challenges due…
While DUI arrests most often involve standard motor vehicles, an unusual incident in Florida has drawn attention for involving a much less typical mode of transportation: a riding lawn mower. Though this event occurred outside Illinois, it underscores an important legal principle that applies within this state, namely, that DUI…
Driving under the influence remains a serious offense with significant consequences, especially for repeat offenders. A recent case out of Pennsylvania, where a man received a lengthy prison sentence after his twelfth DUI conviction, underscores the dangers associated with persistent impaired driving and highlights how courts address habitual violations. While…
DUI checkpoints are a common law enforcement tool used across the country to deter impaired driving and promote public safety. A recent report from California highlights the scope and impact of these operations. For Illinois drivers, this story highlights the importance of understanding how DUI checkpoints operate under state law,…
Across the United States, lawmakers and public safety advocates continue to address the ongoing threat posed by impaired driving. A recent legislative initiative in South Carolina brings renewed attention to the complexity and urgency of reforming DUI laws. For Illinois residents, this effort highlights important parallels in policy, particularly in…
Illinois law requires police officers to have reasonable suspicion before initiating a DUI investigation. While that standard generally involves direct observation of driving behavior or traffic violations, certain circumstances, such as a crash, can justify immediate investigation. A recent incident near Stockton demonstrates how modern technology and traffic collisions can…
Illinois may soon take a more progressive approach to post-conviction driving restrictions for DUI offenders. A bill recently passed by the Illinois House of Representatives aims to grant individuals convicted of driving under the influence the ability to obtain restricted driving permits under clearly defined conditions. The bill, if enacted, would…