Traffic

Some Cook County Traffic Cases May Not Be Pursued

Published: Jul 21, 2017 in Legal Blog, Traffic

Not all traffic offenses are created equal. Some are serious and put other peoples’ lives in genuine danger. If you are ticketed or arrested for one of these types of traffic offenses, you can expect prosecutors to move forward with charges against you. However, other…

How Much Will My Speeding Ticket Cost?

Published: Jun 09, 2017 in Legal Blog, Traffic, Traffic Violations

In Illinois, moving violations, or offenses that are committed in a moving vehicle, are taken very seriously. While many people think of speeding tickets as minor and inconsequential, they can lead to devastating consequences, such as license suspension, massive fines, and even time spent behind…

Chicago DUI Checkpoints

Published: Apr 29, 2016 in Criminal Defense, DUI, Legal Blog, Traffic

DUI checkpoints in Chicago are currently legal and active. Also known as roadblocks or mobile checkpoints, these designated stops allow police officers to protect the public from potentially inebriated drivers. Police can randomly stop and question vehicle occupants passing through a checkpoint, and conduct sobriety…