Drugs and DUI Charges in Chicago, Illinois

When most people think of DUI offenses, they think of alcohol. However, drugs apply to DUI charges just as alcohol does, and in some ways DUI offenses involving drugs are more severe. For example, a driver may be arrested for DUI if he or she has any detectable amount of illegal controlled substance or narcotic in his or her system, even if there is not enough of that substance to have any noticeable effect. DUI of drugs actually applies to prescription drugs and even over-the-counter medicines as well, if a driver has consumed enough of these to adversely affect his or her mental/physical capabilities and ability to drive safely.

The penalties for DUI of drugs, or driving under the influence of drugs, are based on the same guidelines as the penalties for DUI involving alcohol. A driver may face imprisonment, heavy fines and court fees, community service, driver’s license suspension and more. A first conviction for DUI involving drugs, for instance, may result in up to 364 days imprisonment, license revocation for a minimum of 1 year, community service, alcohol classes and treatment, random urinalysis and fines of up to $2,500 plus costs.

Consult a Chicago DUI of Drugs Lawyer

The lawyers of Fagan, Fagan & Davis focus on Illinois DUI defense.  DUI is intricate, and each of our lawyers engages in extensive ongoing education and training in DUI defense science, techniques and tactics.  
An excellent understanding of all of Illinois criminal and traffic law is absolutely essential for any attorney defending DUI matters.  While a skilled and experienced DUI attorney can effectively defend clients facing criminal or traffic matters, the converse may not be true due to the specific technical nature of Illinois DUI law.

We welcome you to contact our firm for a free consultation with an attorney regarding your DUI of drugs charges. A Chicago DUI attorney can review your particular matter and help you understand your rights and options at this point. We take on cases throughout all of Chicago and the surrounding areas in Illinois.

Contact Fagan, Fagan & Davis today if you or someone you know has been arrested for DUI involving drugs.