Illinois DUI Laws
Illinois DUI Laws
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Illinois DUI Laws, Fines, and Consequences
Find out how Illinois defines "driving under the influence" and the penalties you'll face (fines, jail time, and license suspension) for a first, second, and third DUI conviction.
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A first offense DUI in Illinois entails both criminal penalties and prolonged license reinstatement process upon conviction. Criminal penalties will also be imposed if the defendant is later convicted of DUI in court.
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Second DUI Offense in Illinois
In Illinois, as in most states, a second DUI offense is treated as a misdemeanor unless someone suffers great bodily injury as a result of the drunk driving incident, in which case it...
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In Illinois, a third DUI is treated as a Class 2 Felony, whereas the first two offenses are Class A misdemeanors (unless there was bodily harm).
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What Is a Felony DUI in Illinois?
Lots of circumstances can elevate a DUI to a felony in Illinois: prior offenses, operating a school bus, deaths, injuries, and many more
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In Illinois, as in all states, it’s a crime to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher. If arrested and convicted for this crime, judges typically apply a set of minimum and maximum sentencing guidelines. When determining the sentence, judges and prosecutors commonly weigh mitigating and aggravating factors.
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How Illinois' DUI laws apply to drugged driving and the penalties you can expect if you are convicted
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The drinking age in Illinois is 21 and consumption of alcohol by anyone under 21 is illegal with a few exceptions. Because underage drinkers cause a disproportionate number of alcohol-related auto fatalities, the standards are stricter and the penalties may be harsher for those under 21.
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Illinois’s Implied Consent Law: Refusal to Take a DUI Chemical Test
In Illinois, if you get pulled over for a DUI and the officer asks you to take a blood, breath, or urine test, do you have to take one? What happens if you refuse? Implied Consent Illinois law requires you to take a breath, blood, or urine test if you are arrested for a DUI.
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Illinois’s Open Container Laws
Illinois’s open container laws generally prohibit consuming or possessing open containers of alcohol or medical marijuana in a motor vehicle. However, alcohol-related open container violations are treated differently than those for medical marijuana. Learn about the details of these laws, including the penalties for a violation
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Illinois's Boating Under the Influence (BUI) Laws and Penalties
Illinois law prohibits operating or being in actual physical control of any watercraft within the state while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Find out exactly how BUI is defined and the penalties you'll face if convicted.