You can expunge a misdemeanor in Illinois if any of the following are true: You were found not guilty The case was dismissed (SOL, Non-Suit, Nolle Prosequi) You received court supervision which was completed successfully, except: Court supervision for DUI is not expungeable Court supervision for reckless driving is only…
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What is a Restricted Driving Permit?
If you have had your license revoked or suspended in Illinois and you are not yet eligible for full license reinstatement, you may apply for a Restricted Driving Permit (RDP) through an administrative hearing with the Secretary of State. Likewise, even if you are eligible for full license reinstatement, you…
Improper Lane Usage Violations for CDL Holders
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders are often issued traffic tickets for left lane violations on the highways and tollways across the State of Illinois. The Illinois Department of Transportation has erected signage prohibiting trucks from using the far left lane in many areas. The Illinois State Police are constantly on…
Can I Remove a Traffic Accident from my Illinois Driving Record?
Removing a traffic accident entry from your Illinois driving record may be possible. However, there are a number of questions to consider in order to determine your options. Most importantly we must know: Were you issued a traffic ticket at the time of the accident? If so, what was the…
Preparing for a Driver’s License Hearing with the Secretary of State
Being properly prepared for a driver’s license hearing with the Illinois Secretary of State is essential. Because of the complex nature of Secretary of State rules, it is important to understand the hearing procedures and requirements. Having an experienced driver’s license attorney by your side ensures that all aspects of…
Challenging an Illinois Secretary of State Decision
The driver’s license attorneys at The Davis Law Group, P.C. have successfully represented thousands of drivers seeking restoration of their Illinois driving license. This includes drivers who live in Illinois as well as drivers who live in other states and cannot obtain a license where they live until their license…
What are the Penalties for a Second DUI in Illinois?
There are a variety of possible consequences resulting from a second DUI arrest in Illinois. To a large extent, the penalties depend on the outcome of your first DUI. The majority of people arrested for a first DUI receive an automatic suspension of their driver’s license for 6 or 12…
Will I Go to Jail for a First Time DUI Arrest?
While jail can often be avoided for a first-time DUI in Illinois, there are a variety of factors that help determine whether any period of incarceration will be imposed. In Illinois, DUI is typically charged as a Class A misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of up to one year…
DUI Penalties for Illinois CDL Holders
Illinois commercial driver’s license holders are subject to enhanced license penalties when they are charged with DUI. DUI cases in Illinois generally are broken down into 2 separate parts – the Statutory Summary Suspension (“SSS”) of a driver’s license based on chemical testing and the criminal charge for DUI. Either…
New Illinois Traffic Laws (Mid-Year 2020)
There are several new Illinois traffic laws that have taken effect recently, which all drivers should be aware of: Texting while Driving Resulting in Injuries This law became effective on July 1st, 2020 and provides that drivers who text while driving resulting in great bodily harm, permanent disability of disfigurement…