Chicago DUI Defense Attorney
Serving the Criminally Charged Throughout Illinois – (312) 922-0855
Facing DUI charges in Illinois? If you have been charged with DUI, it is critical to obtain legal representation from an experienced lawyer. At the Law Office of Steven Fine, we have been protecting the rights of our clients for more than 20 years. Our Chicago DUI defense attorney possesses the thorough understanding of the Illinois criminal justice system and can anticipate how the prosecution will approach your case, giving you an advantage in the courtroom.
Whether it was your first DUI offense or fourth, getting arrested for drunk driving can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. It is normal to feel nervous and afraid of spending time in jail, paying expensive fines, losing your driving privileges, and harming your reputation.
Enlist the solid, uncompromising legal defense of our Chicago DUI attorney. Begin with a FREE consultation today!
- Contact The Law Office of Steven H. Fine at
(312) 922-0855.
In Illinois, you can get a DUI if you drive or are in physical control of a vehicle with a BAC of .08% or higher, no matter if your driving ability was actually impaired. In addition, you can get a DUI for driving or being in physical control of a vehicle while on drugs. Keep in mind, if you’re driving or in physical control of a vehicle, you automatically consent to submit a chemical test to determine your BAC level.
The following are the penalties for DUI in Illinois:
First-time DUI – Class A misdemeanor
Maximum jail sentence of one year
Fines of up to $2,500 (mandatory minimum of $500)
Post-conviction license suspension for one year (pre-conviction license suspension of three months)
Second-time DUI (within 20 years) – Class A misdemeanor
- Maximum jail sentence of one year (mandatory minimum of 5 days)
- Fines of up to $2,500
- Post-conviction license suspension of five years (pre-conviction license suspension of one year)
Third-time DUI – Class 2 felony
- Maximum prison sentence of seven years (mandatory minimum of 10 days)
- Fines of up to $25,000
- Post-conviction license suspension of 10 years (pre-conviction license suspension of one year)
At the Law Office of Steven Fine, our lawyer is dedicated to fiercely defending the rights of clients who are facing the criminal justice system. Over his more than 20 years practicing law, Steven has handled hundreds of complex cases, representing his clients with a comprehensive approach to law. His techniques are cutting-edge and aggressive, and he is always willing to put in the extra effort to research and fully understand a case from every angle.
Education:
- B.A. – University of Iowa, 1990
- J.D. – John Marshall Law School, 1994
Bar Admissions:
- Supreme Court of Illinois
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit
Our Chicago DUI defense attorney can evaluate your case and determine all of your available legal options in order to either get your case dismissed or your charges reduced significantly. Do not risk facing these serious charges without skilled and knowledgeable legal counsel.
Contact us and discuss your legal options today.