Suppose you are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). You could be facing severe consequences, even if it is your first offense. Anyone convicted of a first DUI faces up to one year in prison and can be fined up to $2,500. If you had a passenger under the age of sixteen, you would spend six months in jail. You need to call the Schaumburg DUI attorneys at the number listed below to discuss your best course of action.
Penalties for a DUI Charge in Illinois
You can face several penalties from a DUI charge. But a negotiated plea can mitigate penalties if you cannot successfully challenge the case at trial or in a hearing. Minimum requirements for a DUI plea can include:
- Drug and alcohol evaluation
- Drug and alcohol counseling
- Community service
- And more
The Schaumburg DUI attorneys understand the negative impact a criminal conviction has on someone. Their goal for a first-time DUI offender is to secure supervision upon a plea and avoid a conviction on your criminal record.
Administrative Penalties
Administrative penalties can apply to first-time DUI offenders and are license-related. They include 1) License suspension and 2) Monitoring device driving permit.
Defenses Available for DUI
There are some common defenses to a DUI in Illinois. They include
- The field sobriety test was improper
- An inaccurate blood or breath test
- The police report is in error
- And more
Call or Click Now
Go to Covert Marrero Covert, LLP online at https://www.covertlegal.com/ or call (630) 717-2783.
