Unlawful Police Stops

Chicago DUI Defense Attorneys

An officer must have probable cause to initiate a traffic stop under the law. This means that the law enforcement officer must have observed an actual traffic violation or other behavior which made it more than likely that the driver was committing an offense.

If an unlawful police stop led to your Chicago DUI arrest, your lawyer must be able to recognize the problem, then apply the law to your case to your fullest advantage. At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, our lawyers have over 100 years of collective legal experience and are here to help you in the face of your DUI charges. Through our experience with drunk driving defense in Illinois, we know that unlawful police traffic stops do occur. We also understand what evidence to look for in DUI cases in order to prove it in court. We represent clients throughout Chicago and the surrounding areas in Illinois, and offer a free consultation to discuss your particular charges.

How a Chicago DUI Lawyer Can Help

Thorough investigation and skillful cross-examination during criminal proceedings are very valuable in determining whether you were subject to an unlawful police traffic stop. There may be other witnesses who can corroborate your story that you were driving safely and were not violating any traffic laws. The credibility of the officer can be challenged because of the officer’s record or because of a lack of evidence that supports the officer’s account of the events that led to you being pulled over.
An officer may look for specific actions which indicate intoxication. This may include swerving, disobeying a traffic control device, driving too slowly, improper lane usage or another violation of a traffic law. But what if the officer did not actually observe this behavior and pulled you over simply because you were driving away from a bar at closing time? Do not let an unlawful police stop lead to a DUI conviction on your record. Instead, consult a Chicago DUI lawyer and see how your rights can be protected.

Contact an attorney at Fagan, Fagan & Davis today!