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In Cicero, Illinois, the DUI criminal charge is prosecuted and adjudicated in the courts. This charge is separate from the Statutory Summary Suspension, which is an administrative process. A person convicted of an Illinois DUI who lost their driving privileges because of a summary suspension will have that time credited to the minimum driver's license period of suspension.

Being charged with DUI is a serious offense that can have major repercussions, including fines, jail time, and loss of driving privileges. It is imperative that anyone facing an Illinois DUI charge understand what challenges they will encounter. Seeking the legal advice of an aggressive and skilled DUI defense attorney will help you understand all of your rights and options, including any defenses you might use.

Illinois Statutory Summary Suspension

A Statutory Summary Suspension in Illinois automatically suspends the driver's license in Illinois of a DUI offender who fails to complete, refuses to submit to, or fails chemical testing. The driver's license suspension becomes effective 46 days after the date of the notice of suspension.

Administrative Hearing

Pursuant to Illinois law, an individual has 90 days to request a hearing to challenge a Statutory Summary Suspension from the Secretary of State. In order to preserve your right to an Administrative Hearing, it is crucial that you submit your request to the Secretary of State within 90 days.

DUI Penalties for First Time Offenders

• Jail Time - A first time DUI offender faces jail time of up to 1 (one) year.
• DUI Monetary Fines - Fines for a first time Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Cicero, Illinois can be up to $2,500.
• DUI & Illinois Driving Privileges - A first Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction results in the loss of Illinois driving privileges for at least one year.
• DUI Chemical Test Refusal - An individual who refuses to submit to a test when requested by Illinois law enforcement will lose their driver's license in Illinois for 1 year.
• Commercial Drivers - Commercial drivers in Illinois are in violation of the DUI statute with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level of 0.04. A first time DUI conviction will result in the loss of the commercial driver's license for 1 (one) year, while any subsequent DUI (Driving Under the Influence) offenses will result in a lifetime loss of the (CDL) commercial license.
• Alcohol Evaluation - Successful completion of an alcohol and drug remedial education program is required for reinstatement of driving privileges.

DUI while Suspended or Revoked for Previous DUI; Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury or Fatal Crash; Reckless Homicide; or Aggravated Driving Under the Influence (DUI) with a Death

• A first conviction is a Class 4 felony with possibility of 1-3 years jail time; loss of driving privileges for twice the original suspension period or additional 1-year revocation.
  • If suspended for previous Driving Under the Influence (DUI): Additional 30 (thirty) consecutive days jail time, 40 (forty) days of 24-hour periodic imprisonment or 720 hours community service (terms of imprisonment or community service not subject to suspension or reduction); not eligible for probation; fines of up to $2,500; and may result in forfeiture and seizure of vehicle.

DUI Subsequent Offenses

Penalties are more severe for additional Driving Under the Influence (DUI) violations. Due to the complexity of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level, you may not be aware of your rights and the potential defenses available to your case. For this reason, a capable and professional criminal defense attorney can guide you through this emotionally challenging process. Please contact a lawyer for a free consultation.

Driving Under the Extreme Influence - BAC of .16 or greater

A first conviction is a Class A misdemeanor with possible 0-12 months jail time; loss of driving privileges for minimum 1 year (if under 21, minimum 2 years); 100 hours community service; fines of $500-$2,500; eligible for RDP; may be required to have a BAIID installed in vehicle as part of driving relief.