For individuals convicted of DUI, the long-term consequences of a criminal record can be significant, affecting employment opportunities, housing, and other aspects of life. A proposed bill in Washington aims to offer certain individuals the opportunity to vacate their DUI convictions under specific conditions. If you are accused of committing…
DUI laws are designed to keep roadways safe by penalizing individuals who operate vehicles while impaired by alcohol or drugs. However, recent investigations have uncovered concerns about DUI arrests involving individuals who were reportedly sober at the time of their arrests. A new legislative effort in Tennessee seeks to bring…
In the ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving incidents, North Carolina lawmakers have introduced legislation that would significantly change DUI laws in the state. The proposed Sober Operator Act of 2025 aims to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit from 0.08% to 0.05% while also increasing penalties for…
In Illinois, DUI charges that arise from traffic stops often raise legal questions about the validity of the initial stop, the evidence gathered, and the procedures followed by law enforcement. A recent incident in Connecticut highlights these issues, as a 19-year-old driver was arrested for DUI after police allegedly detected…
In Illinois, the legalization of marijuana has raised important questions about how DUI laws apply to cannabis-related impairment. A recent decision in Arizona highlights challenges associated with enforcing DUI laws for marijuana users and offers valuable insights for Illinois drivers. If you are facing a DUI charge involving marijuana, you…
In Illinois, law enforcement focuses on detaining drivers suspected of DUI, particularly during the holiday season when accidents and DUI arrests tend to rise. While DUI checkpoints and enforcement efforts are lawful, law enforcement agents must comply with certain standards when conducting them, otherwise they may violate motorists’ rights. A…
In Illinois, law enforcement frequently conducts targeted operations to address DUI offenses, especially during holidays and other times when alcohol consumption increases. One such initiative is the Kane County State’s Attorney’s “No-Refusal Operation,” held annually on the night before Thanksgiving. While DUI checkpoints and similar operations are legal in Illinois,…
In Illinois, DUI incidents can have life-threatening consequences, as recently seen when an alleged drunk driver was pulled from his car moments before it was struck by an Amtrak train. This incident highlights that not all DUI arrests arise out of traffic stops, but can occur any time the police…
In most states, repeated DUI offenses carry increasingly severe penalties, as state laws are designed to deter repeat offenders and promote road safety. Recently, a Delaware man was arrested for his ninth DUI offense after failing a field sobriety test during a routine traffic stop and now faces substantial penalties.…
Illinois, like many states, legalized the recreational use of marijuana. With that change in law, though, comes confusion regarding what constitutes reasonable cause to stop a person for a marijuana-related driving offense. Recently, the Supreme Court of Illinois provided some clarity, ruling that the smell of marijuana, in and of…