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…
In Illinois, driving under the influence (DUI) can lead to severe legal consequences, especially when impaired driving results in loss of life. In such tragic cases, defendants may face felony charges carrying substantial penalties. A recent incident in Peoria exemplifies the serious repercussions of allegedly impaired driving that ends 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…
States across the country continue to take a harder stance on driving under the influence, especially when repeat offenses result in tragedy. A new Ohio law, known as Liv’s Law, reflects this trend by substantially increasing criminal and administrative penalties for repeat DUI offenders. While the law specifically affects Ohio…
In Illinois, driving under the influence (DUI) of cannabis is prosecuted aggressively, particularly when accidents result in injury or death. However, these cases often involve complex legal and scientific issues that demand close scrutiny. A recent sentencing in Kane County involving a fatal crash and allegations of cannabis impairment demonstrates…
In Illinois, driving under the influence (DUI) remains a serious criminal offense that carries both criminal and administrative penalties. While most DUI arrests arise out of collisions or erratic driving, people can face DUI charges even if they are not present at the scene of the alleged crime, as shown…