It is not a good idea to drive on a revoked license in Illinois. The state does not take this offense lightly and considers it a criminal offense. The circumstances surrounding an arrest for driving on a revoked license matter, as they will dictate how harsh your penalties will be. Despite this, anyone who is charged and convicted of driving with a revoked license can expect hefty financial penalties and potentially establish a criminal record.
It is imperative that if you are being charged with driving on a revoked license in Illinois, you do not wait to obtain legal representation. Given the severity of such charges and the punishments that can come with a conviction, having a lawyer on your side is the best way to ensure that your rights are protected. A lawyer will help you improve your chances of avoiding the considerable repercussions that will come if you are convicted.
In Illinois, Thomas Glasgow, a Chicago criminal defense attorney at Glasgow & Olsson, is a highly respected legal authority in criminal defense law. With more than three decades of experience as both a prosecutor and a trial lawyer, Attorney Glasgow leverages his background and expertise to give you the advantage, because the outcome of your case matters.
Driving on a Revoked License in Illinois is not Just a Ticket.
Being issued a ticket for a traffic violation is bad enough. However, you can expect to receive punishment that far exceeds a simple traffic ticket if you are convicted of driving on a revoked license. Here is what to expect:
First Offense
If this is your first offense, then you will likely be charged with a Class A misdemeanor. Penalties can include:
- Up to a year in jail
- As high as $2,500 in fines
- Possible probation or community service
- Going to court and potentially ending up with a permanent criminal record
In addition, you may also have your license revoked for even longer, your vehicle impounded, and any future charges against you will come with increased penalties.
License Revocation because of DUI
A license revocation because of a DUI will mean:
- You may be subject to mandatory jail time of at least 10 days, or you could be required to do community service.
- Your penalties will escalate faster if you become a repeat offender.
You Are A Repeat Offender
If this is not your first arrest for driving on a revoked license, your future becomes even more bleak in terms of consequences, such as felony charges.
- A second offense often results in a Class 4 felony charge, which means that you may have to spend one to three years in prison and have to pay a fine as high as $25,000.
- Multiple offenses or serious situations, like would be the case if you caused an injury while driving on a revoked license, would mean that the felony charges against you would be increased. In this situation, you may be put in prison for several years.
Get Qualified Legal Help Today
Driving with a revoked license in Illinois can lead to a plethora of unfortunate outcomes, such as arrest, jail time, large fines, a criminal record, and even felony charges. All of these are serious and can negatively affect your life for the long-term which is why contacting a lawyer immediately is your most meaningful course of action.
At Glasgow & Olsson, we are widely recognized as a leading authority in Illinois criminal law. For this reason, Attorney Thomas T. Glasgow is a trusted legal voice who is regularly invited to appear on major networks, including ABC, CNN, NBC, CBS, and Fox News.
When you need an attorney, experience matters.
Speak with our Chicago criminal defense lawyers today and learn how decades of trusted experience can protect what matters most to you.