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I got a DUI and it is my third offense. What are the penalties in Illinois?

January 5, 2022
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NOTE: This article was updated to changes to Illinois DUI laws under the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (Illinois House Bill 1438). After January 1, 2020, in-state residents and visitors are allowed to purchase and use cannabis recreationally. But they must refrain from operating a motor vehicle while impaired by cannabis. Or they can face […]

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I got a ticket for driving without a valid driver’s license. What are the penalties in Illinois?

November 5, 2021
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NOTE: This page features supplementary materials to illuminate how Public Act 101-0623, adjusted Illinois law on January 1, 2020. After the effective date of this Act, driver’s license suspension is typically reserved for moving violations and similar offenses, instead of non-moving violations like failing to satisfy financial obligations. Driving without a valid driver’s license in […]

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How long will I lose my Illinois driver’s license for a DUI conviction?

March 9, 2010
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A conviction for violating 625 ILCS 5/11-501, the Illinois DUI law, will result in a mandatory driver’s license revocation by the Secretary of State. The law provides the following: Sec. 6-205. Mandatory revocation of license or permit; Hardship cases. (a) Except as provided in this Section, the Secretary of State shall immediately revoke the license, […]

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