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Aggravated DUI Charges In Illinois 

As Chicago DUI defense attorneys, we know that driving under the influence (DUI) charges are always serious—but when a DUI is classified as aggravated, the consequences increase substantially. Under Illinois ...

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How A DUI Arrest In Illinois Can Affect Your Out-Of-State Driver’s License

If you were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois, and you hold a driver’s license issued by another state, the consequences do not stop at the Illinois border. Many drivers mistakenly be...

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Impact of a DUI Conviction on Professional Licenses in Illinois

As a seasoned Palos Heights DUI attorney and the founder of Michael D. Ettinger & Associates, I have represented numerous clients facing the daunting prospect of a DUI conviction. Over the years, I've seen ...

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How a DUI Lawyer Can Help You

DUI laws are unsympathetic across the U.S., but in Illinois, laws are downright harsh - and for good reason. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 47 percent of motor vehicle fatalit...

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Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer or Field Sobriety Test?

Illinois has very strict rules, regulations and laws concerning Driving Under the Influence or DUI. Among the most common DUI tests is a breathalyzer test, which a police officer requests to test alcohol level....

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Defenses Available in Driving Under the Influence Cases

Driving under the influence of alcohol, commonly known as DUI, is a serious offense which has grave consequences. These ramifications may include but are not limited to, license suspension, fines, community ser...

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How to Get Your Driver’s License Back after DUI

Driving under the influence can create several legal issues for you. The most common consequence of being caught driving under influence is getting your drivers' license suspended. If you continue to drive with...

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What are the Penalties for First DUI/DWI Offense in Illinois?

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense in the state of Illinois, and is committed when a person drives a vehicle after consuming in excess of the safe level of...

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