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IL DUI Arrest Process

Understanding the DUI Process in Lake County

Have you been charged with a DUI in Lake County, Illinois? The DUI process moves through specific stages, and it can be helpful to understand each step. Hire Albert L. Wysocki, a seasoned attorney with decades of experience defending his clients. The penalties that result from a DUI conviction are extremely serious, so you should make sure you have powerful and committed legal representation for the best chance of an acquittal or dismissed charges.

DUI Penalties

Before proceeding with your DUI case, you should be aware of the type of consequences you could be facing if you are fighting a DUI charge.

The penalties vary based on the number of offenses and other contributing factors (like whether or not a child was in the vehicle), but here is a quick breakdown of the charges:

  • First offense: 1 year mandatory license revocation, up to 1 year in jail, up $2,500 in fines, possible ignition interlock device installation, up to 100 hours of community service, vehicle registration suspension
  • Second offense: 1 year license revocation (5 years mandatory if this is the second DUI within 5 years), mandatory minimum of 5 days in jail or 240 hours of community service/up to 1 year in jail, up to $2,500 in fines, ignition interlock device installation, vehicle registration suspension
  • Third offense: 10 year mandatory license revocation, up to 7 years in jail, up to $25,000 in fines, vehicle registration suspension

Hire a Trusted Attorney in Lake County

Don't risk your future by trusting just any attorney to help you defend your case. If you need help defending your DUI charges, contact lawyer Albert L. Wysocki. Mr. Wysocki was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1977. He served as a judge for years before leaving his position to start his own practice, and has been a trial attorney for the past 15 years. His diverse experiences as a judge and prosecutor have prepared him to be the effective attorney that he is today.

Contact Albert L. Wysocki if you need legal representation for your DUI case today.

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