DUI Charges
Criminal Defense
S.T. Allen Law, P.C.
How We Can Help
Attorney Shay T. Allen has defended clients in more than 1,000 DUI cases, with results including dismissals, not guilty verdicts and reduction to lesser included crimes.
“No matter how big or small your case is, I will do everything within my power to provide you with the best representation available. I offer affordable rates and payment plans so no one is denied justice due to lack of funds.”
Prepared to Fight for Your Freedom
Driving Under the Influence Cases
DUI Charges and Infractions
In Illinois, prosecutors are not necessarily required to prove your blood alcohol level exceeded 0.08 and may not need to provide evidence of bad driving. All charges require proof that you were driving or in actual physical control of your vehicle.
DUI Penalties
A first-time DUI will usually be a Class A misdemeanor charge, with the possibility of a year in jail or supervision, a conditional discharge, or probation. A second offense brings stiffer penalties. A third offense may be charged as a felony aggravated DUI.
Call to schedule your free consultation: 708-960-0113.
Top 3 Common Criminal Charges
DUI Charges
Attorney Shay T. Allen is well qualified to represent individuals charged with violent crimes. He prosecuted more than 1,000 violent crime cases for Cook County.
He now applies that experience to defend clients facing charges include:
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All types of DUI charges in Illinois
There are six types related to the Uniform Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/11-501(a)(1) to (a)(6).
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Statutory Summary Suspension Hearings
These hearings fight the automatic suspension of your license in connection with a DUI arrest.
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Aggravated DUI and Felony Charges
Felony DUI charges, including third or subsequent offenses, DUI with a child passenger, and DUI involving serious injury or death.
"No matter how big or small your case is, I will do everything within my power to provide you with the best representation available." — Attorney Shay T. Allen
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Our Professional Expertise Include:
DUI “Aggravating Factors” in Illinois
Aggravating factors can increase the severity of the penalties. Some of the DUI aggravating factors in Illinois include:
Having a BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) of 0.16% or greater
Transporting a child under 16, passengers for hire or driving a school bus.
Being involved in an accident that results in bodily harm.
For more information on DUI laws in Illinois, see the Illinois DUI statute, 625 ILCS 5/11-501. It provides detailed information on the chronology of a DUI arrest, proper action when stopped by law enforcement, penalties for a DUI conviction, and more.
Do You Require Related Services for
DUI Charges?
DUI charges are many times related to other services for which Attorney Allen can represent you including:
- Drug Crimes
- Federal Crimes
- Traffic Offenses
FAQs - DUI Charges
What are the legal (or illegal) Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) levels in Illinois?
- Drivers under age 21 ……….. .00
- School bus drivers ………….. .00
- Commercial driver’s license holders ….. .04
- Drivers age 21 and over ………………………… .08
Is my license suspended when arrested for DUI charge?
If the driver refuses to submit to or fails to complete chemical testing, a statutory summary suspension will be imposed. If the driver is a first-time DUI offender, he/she may be eligible for a Monitoring Device Driving Permit. If the driver is a repeat DUI offender, he/she may be eligible for a Restricted Driving Permit (RDP).
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