Defending Felony DUI in Southern Illinois
Anyone charged with driving under the influence in Illinois needs an aggressive defense. If you have been charged with a felony DUI, you can’t afford to have an experienced and local DUI Attorney ready to help you beat the government’s charges and avoid jail time.
At Madelyn Daley & Associates, our founding attorney brings more than 20 years of drunk driving offense experience, exclusively in the area of DUI criminal defense.
We truly believe that when felony charges are involved, investing in an experienced DUI offense attorney in Illinois can pay dividends in the long run, by avoiding the fines, jail time, and career impacts that come with a criminal conviction.
We are dedicated to representing people facing drunk driving charges in the criminal justice system every day to help them avoid dire consequences.
Should I Get a Lawyer for a DUI in Illinois?
In the state of Illinois, DUIs (typically 1st or 2nd) are normally considered misdemeanor offenses. Not every charge of driving under the influence is considered a felony, but state law does allow cases to be prosecuted as felonies and will charge you under an aggravated DUI offense.
When Is a DUI Considered a Felony?
- The driver was operating a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license.
- The driver is facing a third or subsequent DUI offense.
- The driver is caught driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level (BAC) of 0.16%—more than twice the legal limit.
- The driver was arrested in a school zone during a school day.
- The driver was driving a school bus.
- The driver caused an accident that resulted in serious injury or death to another person.
It is especially important to have someone fighting your side in these situations since a conviction of a felony DUI or aggravated DUI carries at least one year in prison and significant fines.
By challenging the validity of the stop, the reliability of the Breathalyzer and field sobriety tests, and finding any other constitutional violations, we can help you move past your DUI charges with your freedom – and future – intact.
Your Future Depends On Qualified Legal Help
Speak with a qualified Illinois DUI defense attorney at Madelyn Daley & Associates, with a no-fee phone consultation. We are located in Belleville, IL but practice in the surrounding area. Call 618-233-8885 or send an email.