Chicago DUI, DWI, & Drunk Driving Law
Attorney Fred Mark Dry: DUI / DWI Defense
At the Law Office of Fred Mark Dry, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, he and his staff are committed to providing professional legal representation for people going through DUI "driving under the influence of alcohol", DWI "driving while intoxicated", and Drunk Driving charges.
If you or someone you love has been charged with a DUI in Chicago, Chicago suburbs or elsewhere in Illinois, you're facing a charge with potentially serious repercussions. You may also face a driver's license suspension, also known as Statutory Summary Suspension, for refusing or failing a breath test.
DUI and DWI charges are time sensitive and can be confusing to navigate. You only have a limited amount of time to request a hearing to challenge a license suspension related to failing or refusing a breath test to try and avoid automatically losing your drivers license after being arrested. With an abundance of information online, and promises from other lawyers, how do you find the right answer?
Drunk Driving Defense in Chicago
Expert legal counsel and meticulous defense can be your saving grace. Law enforcement doesn't like to admit it, but not everyone pulled over pulled over & accused of DUI is guilty. If you or someone you know has been arrested for drunk driving in Chicago, Chicago suburbs or anywhere in Illinois, here are some important facts to be aware of.
Chicago Illinois DUI / DWI charges can potentially result in:
- Jail time
- Loss of your driving privileges and license for months or even years
- Higher insurance premiums or possibly even dropped coverage
- Hefty fines
- Embarrassment and difficulty keeping or finding new employment
Defend the charges. A skillful DUI attorney can be extremely helpful in retaining your driving privileges, reducing bail, or assisting in obtaining a release under "his or her own recognizance".
Chicago DUI Defense: What to expect?
Do not assume all is lost. An experienced Chicago DUI lawyer like Fred Mark Dry understands the investigation process and the issues that win cases. Don't assume your case is not worth fighting just because you received a .12 breath test result or .15 blood test result or higher.
Our investigation will obtain the calibration records, maintenance history, and accuracy checks of the machine that was used. The results may be excluded if there are problems in any of these areas. We can insist upon a "split" of the blood sample for independent testing. There are certain requirements for how these blood samples are taken and preserved.
Police Officers are required to file reports describing the case. Sometimes those reports are contradicted by other objective evidence of the case developed by attorneys. A trained DUI defense can point out the many inaccuracies.
Drunk Driving Laws in Chicago
In the State of Illinois, the State's Attorney needs to prove you were unable to drive safely after drinking, or that your blood alcohol level exceeded the legal limit. But, if challenged, the State's Attorney must also prove:
- The arresting officer had a valid reason for stopping you
- The arrest was carried out properly and according to procedure
- You were advised of your rights
- Blood alcohol testing equipment was functioning correctly and accurately
- Breath test operators are certified to perform alcohol testing
- Field sobriety testing was done properly and interpreted correctly
Unfortunately, many people never fully understand their rights and are unfairly charged. A DUI conviction on your permanent record is a life-changing event that should not be taken lightly. It's critical you have a strategic, experienced attorney guiding you during this process.
With over 30 years in practice, Fred is well versed and skilled in defending DUI and DWI clients against all legal maneuvers the State's Attorney will use to prosecute your case. Call Fred Dry today for a legal consultation to review your case and determine your best course of action.
Illinois Secretary Of State DUI Factbook
DUI Conviction Penalties - Provided by the Illinois 19th Judicial Circuit Court
Illinois Vehicle Code - Article V. Driving While Intoxicated
