DuPage County Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys

DUI Overview

The legal limit in Illinois is .08 percent, and any person found to be operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content exceeding this limit can be charged with driving under the influence, or DUI.  A driver may also face DUI charges if his or her mental or physical abilities are impaired due to any amount of alcohol or controlled substance, or if he or she has taken any amount of illegal narcotic.

A driver’s blood alcohol content or BAC is determined by the ratio of alcohol to breath or blood and can be measured by either a blood or breath test.  .08 percent is the level at which motorists are considered too impaired to drive.  Research has shown that the driving skills for anyone with a BAC of .08 percent or more are significantly impaired and they often have diminished attention, comprehension, and reaction times due to the affect alcohol has on basic motor functions.  For a drunk person, skills like changing lanes, braking, accelerating, and turning can be significantly compromised. However, alcohol affects different people differently and it is possible that a person with a blood alcohol level of .08% or greater may still be able to operate a vehicle at a normal safety level.

At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, our lawyers have an excellent understanding of Illinois criminal law and will put their extensive knowledge to work for your DUI case.  All aspects of your case will be taken into consideration and all the evidence will be examined as well.  From the initial traffic stop, to the arrest procedure, to the blood or breath test, every facet will be evaluated by your DuPage County DUI attorney  because it may lead to a possible defense to your charges.    

DuPage County DUI Defense Lawyers

The consequences for a DUI conviction in Illinois can be devastating not only to a person’s freedom but to their reputation as well.  Those convicted of drunk driving often have their driver’s licenses suspended and are required to attend DUI courses.  The fines for DUI can be costly and other expenses are typically incurred by people charged with this offense.  Between fines, bail bond, court costs, and increased insurance premiums, the financial cost of a DUI charge can be considerable. 

For help with drunk driving charges contact a DuPage County DUI Defense Lawyer at Fagan, Fagan & Davis today!