On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jan 13, 2022 | dui defense
Every state has a legal limit for blood alcohol concentration. In most states, including Illinois, the legal limit is 0.08%. If your BAC is above that limit, the law presumes that you are too drunk to drive. However, it is possible to face charges for driving under...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jan 11, 2022 | dui defense
The flashing red lights in your rearview mirror were a telltale sign. Law enforcement wants you to pull your car to the side of the road on suspicion of DUI. Before you determine how to explain this mistake to your family, you must understand that it is best to avoid...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Dec 9, 2021 | dui defense
A police officer stops a motorist to try to gather enough evidence for an arrest. From the moment they pull you over, everything the officer does is with that goal in mind, including ordering you to take a breath test for suspected DUI. In that sense, complying with...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Oct 29, 2021 | criminal defense, dui defense
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious crime with harsh consequences. If an Illinois court convicts you of drunk driving, you will automatically lose your driver’s license until you complete the requirements to get it back. Suspension versus...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Aug 27, 2021 | dui defense
In the Land of Lincoln, driving with a blood alcohol concentration above 0.08% is one of the more effective ways to see flashing lights in your rear-view mirror. If your arrest for driving under the influence leads to a conviction, you may face some significant legal...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jul 15, 2021 | dui defense
When an Illinois law enforcement officer stops your car and charges you with driving under the influence and that charge leads to a conviction, you may lose your license for a set period in addition to facing other penalties. Once your license revocation period ends,...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jul 5, 2021 | dui defense
If you are facing charges for driving under the influence in Illinois, you are likely wondering what your next steps are. Whether you believe you are guilty or not, the potential consequences of a DUI can be devastating, and you will need guidance to achieve the best...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | May 2, 2021 | dui defense
Illinois has some steep penalties for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or DUI. These penalties differ depending on what your blood alcohol level is at the time. There are two blood alcohol levels, each with a different severity. If you have a blood...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Apr 1, 2021 | dui defense
A drunk driving conviction has the ability to change the trajectory of an Illinois resident’s life. Repeat offenders may end up imprisoned and have their licenses taken away for a long period of time. This is why it is important to fight DUI charges from the onset and...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Feb 1, 2021 | dui defense
The loss of a driver’s license can create hardships and difficulties in the life of an Illinois resident. Often when an individual is convicted of drunk driving charges, their driving privileges are affected. They may lose their license for a period of time and be...
