Being pulled over by the police is a tense situation that may rapidly turn disastrous. In this section, we explain what the law demands and give techniques for dealing with police interactions. We want to be quite clear: The burden of de-escalation lies on police...
Marijuana DUI is a serious offense in Illinois and can have severe consequences. It is illegal to drive while high on any amount of marijuana, whether it was prescribed or not. This article will discuss the legal consequences and provide tips for staying safe on the...
Restoring your driver’s license in Illinois can take time, and you might experience problems and even need clarification. Not only do you have to contend with the frustration of losing your driving privileges, but you also have to navigate a maze of legal...
The legal drinking age in the U.S. is 21 years old. However, this doesn’t stop many teenagers from trying alcohol before they reach this age. According to the CDC, about one in four high school students reports drinking alcohol in the past month. Underage...
Illinois considers driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol a severe offense, as expected, since it’s an issue of public safety concern. When convicted of DUI, it could lead to severe penalties such as jail term, termination of driving privileges,...
For a DUI arrestee, one of the many questions you are most likely to want answers to is, “Will this be on my record? For how long?” DUIs are considered felonies or misdemeanors on public records. If you are convicted, your DUI charge will be on public...
