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Is a DUI a Felony or a Misdemeanor in Illinois?

One of the most common questions clients with drunk driving cases ask is, “Is a DUI a felony or a misdemeanor in Illinois?” The answer to this question is not always straightforward, and depends on various of factors. These include your BAC test results, whether you have had prior DUI convictions, and whether other aggravating […]

How to Get Drug Charges Dropped in Chicago

Were you arrested for a drug crime in Chicago? An experienced criminal defense lawyer may be able to help get your drug charges dropped. Just because you were charged with a drug crime doesn’t mean that you are automatically guilty. And even if you committed the crime, procedural mistakes and holes in the prosecution’s case […]

What Happens If You Refuse To Take A BAC Test?

One question that is frequently asked of criminal lawyers in Illinois is, “What happens if you refuse to take a BAC test when you get pulled over for a DUI?” Refusing a blood alcohol content test after a DUI arrest can have serious consequences. Drivers who refuse the test may face various penalties. You are not required to submit to a preliminary breath test or other field sobriety tests before your arrest, however.