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About Driving Under the Influence of Drugs Charges

The majority of people associate DUI with driving under the influence of alcohol. However, DUI also includes driving under the influence of drugs (DUI of drugs). Illinois state law clearly defines driving under the influence as operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol, other drugs, or intoxicating compounds. Furthermore, people will face DUI charges regardless if the drugs in their system are illegal drugs or lawful prescriptions or over-the-counter medications. It doesn’t matter if a driver was high on heroin or drowsy from taking Nyquil, if a driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle is impaired in any way, he or she will be charged with DUI upon arrest.

The penalties for driving under the influence of drugs are similar to the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol. If found guilty, you may face such penalties as mandatory drug treatment, large fines, license suspension, community service, possible time in jail, mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device, 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. Furthermore, if you are found driving with illegal drugs in your possession, you will likely face additional criminal charges that could result in more penalties.

Contact a Cook County DUI Attorney

If you are facing charges for driving under the influence of drugs, it’s in your best interest to hire an experienced Chicago DUI defense lawyer to defend you in court. A DUI of drugs conviction will have serious effects in multiple aspects of your life; you could go to jail, lose your driving privileges, and even lose your job. Furthermore, a DUI conviction is very embarrassing, and it may change people’s opinion of your character. When this much is at stake, why put your future in the hands of an inexperienced attorney?

At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, we have more than 100 years of combined experience defending people charged with DUI. Not only do we have a great deal of knowledge and practice in Illinois DUI law, but we also have a proven record of applying our knowledge and experience to achieve winning verdicts for our clients. 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 a Chicago DUI attorney at Fagan, Fagan & Davis today. We will work diligently on your behalf, and use all possible defense strategies to fight your charges!