You have been waiting with bated breath for March Madness to begin, and it is finally here. You are at a close friend’s home and watch the teams battle each other on the court while enjoying a few drinks.
Just after the game comes to an end, you say “Goodbye” to your friend and then get in your car. And, after driving for several minutes, you pass a police car.
The police car does nothing as you pass it. Suddenly, the police car turns on its siren, forcing you to pull over.
The officer asks you to perform a breathalyzer test. You consent to do so and learn that your blood alcohol level is just over .08. Upon learning this fact, you are charged with a DUI.
Going over the best ways for you to avoid a DUI during/after the first round of March Madness and speaking with an experienced Schaumburg DUI defense attorney will protect you from the penalties that a DUI often creates.
Why Should You Do Your Best To Avoid A DUI?
Being convicted of a DUI in Illinois is very serious and can lead to the following penalties:
- You can spend up to one year in jail.
- You can be forced to pay a fine of no more than $2,500.
- You can have your license revoked for one year.
None of these penalties are pleasant. And, yet, if you are convicted of a DUI, you may be forced to experience them.
To avoid these penalties, you can avoid getting a DUI.
In the event that you have already been charged with a DUI, you must work with an attorney who has the ability to help you.
How Can You Avoid A DUI?
You can avoid a DUI by engaging in the following:
- Choose a designated driver who can take you home from the first round March Madness event.
- Use an app, such as Uber or Lyft, to get home.
- Rely on public transportation – the bus or train, to name two examples – to get home safely.
- Walk back home, if it’s possible.
- Stay overnight at your friend’s home or spend the night at a hotel, among other possibilities.
Every single one of the above will help you avoid a DUI.
Can You Help Your Friends Avoid A DUI?
You can help your friends avoid a DUI by doing the things outlined in the previous section. This might involve helping them use an app to get home or finding them a place to stay, depending on the situation.
Outside of what has been clarified above, if your friend—or you, for that matter—has been charged with a DUI, it is of the utmost importance that they work with an attorney who can defend them.
If your friend does not work with an attorney, they will have a very difficult time getting the verdict they want. As a result, their life will likely change for the worse.
Get Qualified Legal Help Today
If you need representation for a DUI charge, Glasgow & Olsson is uniquely qualified to help you.
Thomas Glasgow is recognized as an authority in DUI law. He has lectured statewide on DUI practice and law for the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, writes for the statewide DUI manual, and is regularly featured on popular radio and news outlets, including ABC, CNN, NBC, CBS, and Fox News.
When you need an attorney, experience matters.
Speak with our DUI defense attorneys in Chicago today to learn how our experience can get you the results you deserve.