DUI / DWI Charges

Central Illinois Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys

When a client is facing prosecution for Driving while Under the Influence (DUI), they need assertive, knowledgeable defense attorneys who understand both the civil and criminal aspects of Illinois DUI law. At the Peoria, Illinois, law firm of Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C., our DUI defense team includes several attorneys experienced with the prosecution of criminal offenses, along with attorneys with numerous years of DUI and DWI defense experience.

Our experienced criminal defense attorneys can help ease the uncertainty that comes with involvement in the criminal court system. We stand by your side, providing full-service representation throughout your DUI case, including:

• judicial driving permits/work permits
• Statutory Summary Suspension hearings
• motions to quash arrest
• plea negotiation
• treatment, enrollment and verification
• probation/conditional discharge/court supervision compliance
• all aspects of jury or bench trials

Illinois Driver's License Reinstatement Attorneys

While many DUIs are misdemeanor or ordinance violations, our firm has experience handling felony DUI cases as well. We also have experience in verifying blood and breath tests, license reinstatement, suspensions and revocations, and experience in dealing with the Secretary of State's Office.

First-time offenders often recover driving privileges through a judicial permit. Repeat offenders classified as a high risk are issued a restricted driving permit (RDP) and a breath alcohol ignition interlock device (BAIID) installed on their vehicle. In addition to being required to give a breath sample before a vehicle will start - and regularly while it is being driven - a BAIID RDP holder faces installation expenses, constant monitoring, and a court hearing before reinstatement of their license. For more information, visit the Illinois Secretary of State's web site

New Illinois DUI laws for 2008 will make it tougher on fourth-time offenders who will be ineligible for a restricted driving permit (RDP), and other high-risk offenders who will be required to prove - not just show - that they have no alternative means of transportation in order to get an RDP. Our defense lawyers have thorough knowledge of Illinois DUI law and extensive experience helping clients reinstate their driver's licenses. Let us use this knowledge and experience to help you improve your chances of recovering your full driving privileges.

Illinois Drivers License Suspension Lawyers

Under Illinois' new DUI laws, a DUI conviction can result in the permanent loss of driving privileges, substantial fines and costs, and even jail or prison time. We know the laws, processes and how to help you keep a tough situation from becoming worse. Contact our drunk driving attorneys