Guide to IL “Passing a School Bus” Tickets
Chances are you are seeing more school buses on the road as schools fully return to in-person learning. Read this guide to Illinois’ law for passing a school bus and avoid losing your license.
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What Is Aggravated DUI?
First of all, there is no such thing as a “minor” DUI or “just a DUI”. Any DUI in Illinois can result in criminal penalties, fines, increased insurance costs, and the loss of your driver’s license. With that disclaimer out of the way, it’s time to turn our attention to aggravated DUI. Any DUI charge… Continue reading What Is Aggravated DUI?
Read MoreWhat Is The Legal Limit for Drivers Under 21?
Ask any adult (and most teens) what the legal limit is for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and operating a vehicle, and you will get “.08” as an answer. .08 was drilled into our heads through driver’s education instructors and public service announcements since it became the predominant BAC limit in the United States in the… Continue reading What Is The Legal Limit for Drivers Under 21?
Read MoreDUI and Your Driver’s License
The criminal penalties associated with a DUI conviction – jail time, fines, and probation – are no joke. Those penalties as well as collateral consequences such as higher insurance rates and trouble passing background checks are enough to haunt you for many years. Despite the harshness of those consequences, the impact a DUI arrest and… Continue reading DUI and Your Driver’s License
Read MoreProper Courtroom Etiquette in the Age of Zoom
Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, and other video conferencing platforms have become the norm throughout the pandemic, and the legal sector is no exception. While the venue may be different, it is no less important to follow proper court etiquette as you pursue or defend your rights. The following are some tips to keep in mind… Continue reading Proper Courtroom Etiquette in the Age of Zoom
Read MoreBefore You Drive
Getting behind the wheel (or back behind the wheel after a DUI or other license suspension) means getting all your ducks in a row. Here is everything you need to know to make sure you can drive. View Article Here
Read MoreDomestic Violence
Domestic violence is a serious matter, and is experienced by all demographic groups. Attorney Daniel Nold has experience advocating for individuals on both sides of the equation: those who have been accused of domestic violence, as well as victims of domestic violence. It takes years of training and hearing experience to perfect the tools to… Continue reading Domestic Violence
Read MoreComprehensive Guide: Duis in the State of Illinois
Attorney Dan Nold has created a guide detailing everything you need to know about Illinois DUI charges. View More Information Here
Read MoreSpeeding Could Lead to a Criminal Record in Illinois
If you drive more than 26 mph over the speed limit in Illinois, it is defined as Aggravated Speeding under Illinois law. An Aggravated Speeding charge is NOT a petty offense. It is a Class A or Class B misdemeanor, depending on the speed. This means that a conviction of Aggravated Speeding causes a criminal… Continue reading Speeding Could Lead to a Criminal Record in Illinois
Read MoreWhat Is a BAIID?
In the state of Illinois, if you are charged with even a first time DUI, you will probably be required to install a breathalyzer device in your vehicle, also known as a BAIID. “BAIID” stands for Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device. Each time you start your vehicle and every 20 minutes thereafter, you must blow… Continue reading What Is a BAIID?
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