Driving under the influence of more than the legal limit of alcohol is a serious offense in Illinois. If you have been apprehended, you risk losing your license, being jailed, and having to pay fines. Therefore, it is imperative you retain an aggressive DUI lawyer to represent you in court.
We even help those who have been charged with multiple DUI’s. A DUI case is a Class 2 Felony and taken very seriously in court. DUI’s to have high fines and steep consequences if charged. If your breath alcohol levels are higher than .08%, that is considered legally drunk and may require license suspension.
In order to win a conviction for DUI in the state of Illinois, the Prosecutor must prove both (1) that the driver was operating, or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle, but (2) was unable to safely operate that vehicle as a result of intoxicating consumption of alcohol, drugs or cannabis.
Proving that the accused was driving is not usually where the argument settles. Robert A. Cheely & Associates have won cases where sufficient proof of driving was not present. Most DUIs cases start with a vehicle being detained for a minor traffic offense. The possibility of impairment or intoxication typically starts once the odor of alcohol, or cannabis is detected by a Police Officer or State Trooper Contact our office if you have been charged while driving under the influence in Illinois, failed a sobriety test, failed a blood or breath test.
Getting a ticket is never fun. Neglecting a citation can get you in more trouble, and may result in the loss of driving privileges. You may also face criminal charges with moving traffic infractions. If you were detained for a moving violation call Robert A. Cheely & Associates at 708-795-5200.
If you were cited for a red light violation, hit and run accident, drag racing accusation, stop sign or speeding violation, we can help. We can also help if you have been cited for failure to stop for a bus or railway crossing, reckless driving, or lane violations.
Robert A. Cheely & Associates has been protecting drivers charged with a variety of moving violations for over forty years. When you work with Cheely Law, you can count on having a seasoned attorney represent you. Our office can help you develop a strong case for your defense. Whether it is best to work out a plea bargain or to take your case to trial, you can feel confident that Attorney Robert Cheely and Associates will fight for your rights to protect you to the fullest extent in the court of law.
Contact Us Now To Discuss Your Case at 708-795-5200
