A DUI arrest can lead to more than just shame in front of your family and embarrassment at your workplace. It can also lead to the loss of a job due to the suspension or revocation of your driver’s license. At Glasgow & Olsson, our Schaumburg DUI defense lawyers have helped thousands of people throughout Illinois meet the challenges of a DUI arrest.
A DUI is very serious and requires immediate action. Contact an attorney at our firm today to discuss the time constraints that may be applicable to your case. For a free initial consultation you can reach us at 847.577.8700.
A DUI (driving under the influence) is also sometimes known as a DWI or drunk driving. Regardless of the terminology, the punishments are the same. Most DUI charges are Class A misdemeanors. This means that they are punishable by up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. Court costs and treatment can easily double or triple the amount of your fine. In contrast, felony DUI charges can result in a long prison sentence.
With any DUI arrest, you also face a civil case that will lead to summary suspension of your driver’s license. If you are convicted of the DUI charge, your driver’s license will be revoked.
The loss of your driver’s license, or license suspension, can have a profound effect on your life, especially in the northwest Chicago suburbs, where mass transit is not readily available. The sooner you contact our drunk driving defense lawyers, the sooner we can go to work to protect your ability to drive.
We want to hear about your case to see how we can help you. Contact a DUI defense lawyer NOW. Se habla español. Please call 847.577.8700. We serve clients in Chicago and the surrounding suburban areas.