Illinois DUI Process: The criminal case from start to finish

If you are charged with drunk driving in Cook County, Illinois, you need an experienced DUI attorney with a proven track record for getting results. Steven H. Fagan has represented countless defendants accused of driving while under the influence. He understands the serious repercussions you can face, including being charged with a criminal misdemeanor or a felony. Even first offenders can receive jail time. Illinois requires mandatory license suspension if you refuse to take or fail tests determining your blood alcohol level. 

As an experienced attorney, he will consult with you and evaluate your case. Mr. Fagan will ensure the arresting officer followed proper procedures. He will keep you from missing deadlines that can prevent you from winning your case. Defending charges for DUI can be stressful, time-consuming, and difficult. Attorney Steven H. Fagan will help you through the court process by advising you on how to plead and obtain bail, negotiating a plea bargain, and trying your case. Often cases turn on whether the state has properly informed you of your rights or handled evidence, so you need an attorney who is familiar with Illinois law and procedure. 

If Illinois tries to suspend your license for refusing to take or failing a test for driving under the influence, Mr. Fagan is the Cook County attorney who will make sure that if Illinois does not follow all the notification and hearing rules and timetables to give you a chance to defend yourself, you will retain your license. He also may be able to help you keep your driving privileges after your arrest, and will file the appropriate paperwork to fight the suspension. He knows the conditions that affect the tests’ reliability, such as improper administration, and is aware of the obligations of the arresting officer. He also assists you in applying for and obtaining any necessary monitoring devices that are required for you to operate your vehicle. 

Charges stemming from DUI arrests are serious. Failing to use an experienced DUI attorney can make the repercussions worse. Let Chicago attorney Steven Fagan’s knowledge of the DUI process help protect your rights.