If you’re a driver in Illinois, just remember to follow the traffic laws as well as other non-driving related laws. If you don’t, you just may lose your driving privileges whether through a license suspension or revocation.There’s a big difference...
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What happens to my license if it is suspended or revoked?
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Mar 11, 2018 | Blog
After being charged with a DUI, there is some uncertainty about what your driving capabilities will be. Depending on the level of the offense, your license may be suspended or revoked.If you’ve never been arrested for a DUI before, the difference between a...
To speed or not to speed
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Feb 7, 2018 | Blog
Has this ever happened to you? You’re on your way to work when the flashing cop lights come on behind you. The officer raps at your window and asks if you know why he has pulled you over. Rather than admit you were speeding, you venture a guess, “Do I have a broken...
Biking under the influence can have serious consequences
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Jan 24, 2018 | Blog
More and more people are taking it to the streets riding their bicycles to work, for pleasure, a general workout and even journeying on pub crawls – riding with friends and stopping at establishments that serve alcohol.The last scenario brings to light the issue...
Reasons To Request A Restricted Driving Permit
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Jan 9, 2018 | Blog
If you had your driver’s license suspended or revoked, you’ve not only had a huge change to your lifestyle; you’re kept from accomplishing the basic things you need to do to have a normal life. There is an option that could get your license back for...
What makes a good criminal defense attorney
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Nov 14, 2017 | Blog
If you have been charged with DUI in Washington County or elsewhere in southern Illinois, the importance of an experienced criminal defense attorney cannot be understated. Many people already know that lawyers are advocates and legal counselors (because nearly every...
A primer on Illinois drunk-driving checkpoints
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Aug 29, 2017 | Blog
It seems self-evident that drunk-driving checkpoints (sometimes called roadblocks or saturation enforcement) should be illegal. If police need probable cause to pull a driver over for DUI, then why is it O.K. to stop a driver when there's no probable cause?On the...
Field Sobriety Tests: Can I just say no?
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Jul 27, 2017 | Blog
You usually avoid these kinds of things. But Sarah was a good friend, and she made work better and fun each day. So when they announced the office happy hour celebrating her promotion, you knew you had to go.The wine flowed freely and although you don’t usually...
When will the Secretary of State revoke someone’s license?
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Jul 17, 2017 | Blog
It’s easy to take our ability to drive for granted. It’s only when losing our driving privileges that we’re able to fully realize how difficult it can be if your driver’s license is suspended or revoked. It’s important to remember that not all losses of driving...
How Tough Are Illinois Drunk-Driving Laws?
On behalf of Tom Speedie, Attorney at Law, P.C. | Jun 16, 2017 | Blog
How tough do you think Illinois drunk-driving laws are, compared to the other 49 states? A Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) report says Illinois has some of the toughest drunk-driving laws in the country.MADD has developed a five-star rating system that evaluates...
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