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Chicago Driving on Suspended or Revoked License
Defense Attorney
Driving on a suspended or revoked license under 625 ILCS 5/6-303 is a common charge in Illinois. Although the charge may seem insignificant at first, it is a crime that may result in large fines and even jail time.
Illinois Penalties for Driving on a Suspended License
At a minimum, driving while your license is suspended is a Class A misdemeanor, which carries penalties of up to 1 year in jail and fines of up to $2,500. However, driving on a suspended license may be a felony depending on the circumstances and the reason your license was initially suspended.
For example, if you are caught driving after your license was suspended because of a DUI, and you have a prior suspension on your driving record (court supervision or a conviction), you may be charged with a Class 4 felony that is punishable by 1-3 years in prison.
In Illinois, common reasons for a suspended driver’s license include:
- DUI: conviction or refusing chemical testing
- Failure to Appear in Court
- No Auto Insurance
- Traffic Tickets
Contact Thomas C. Hallock if you need a skilled and committed suspended or revoked driver's
license defense attorney in Chicago.
Request a
free consultation by calling (888) 412-3741.
Helpful Tips From Me To You
How To Properly Exercise Your Constitutional Rights
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What You Should Do
- Be respectful.
- Calmly record the interaction.
- Ask if you are free to leave. If you do not ask, the officer may think - and the judge may agree - that the interaction is consensual.
- If you are free to leave, go! If you are not free to leave, do not answer any questions before speaking with your attorney.
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What You Should Not Do
- Do not physically resist arrest.
- Do not become aggressive or confrontational.
- Do not consent to a search. The Constitution does not apply if you consent.
- Do not answer questions without first speaking with your attorney. Police are allowed to hold you for 48 hours and they may lie to you the entire time.
