Grafton Traffic Violations Lawyers
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol is a very serious criminal charge in Illinois. If you have been charged with having a blood alcohol content of .08 or greater, you need guidance and representation from attorneys who can approach your case on both the criminal and civil levels.
Misdemeanor DUI charges carry up to 365 days in county jail or a term of probation. First-time offenders may be eligible for court supervision, which does not count as a conviction. Injuries, fatalities and other factors can upgrade misdemeanor charges to felonies.
Felony charges can carry prison sentences from one to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. A felony conviction will also strip an individual of his or her right to possess a firearm, which could affect the person's career and livelihood.
Minor children caught driving with the presence of alcohol on their breath can face a mandatory six- to 12-month driver's license suspension under zero-tolerance laws. Contact us at 618-498-2167 to discuss your child's situation. The sooner you call, the sooner we can protect your child's rights.
At The Law Offices of Wittman & Lorton P.C., our Jerseyville DUI defense attorneys have more than 50 years of combined experience protecting clients' rights. Our attorneys are all former prosecutors, which provides them with unique insights. We can evaluate your case to determine if police had proper cause to stop you and charge you with DUI. We also have extensive experience challenging breath, blood and field sobriety test results. We are committed to minimizing your consequences at every stage of your case.
Criminal and Civil Representation
Our attorneys take a proactive approach to defending clients. We evaluate state's evidence during the discovery process to determine the appropriate motions to file. When we determine police mistakes or negligence, we will file motions to have evidence suppressed and charges dismissed. We also have decades of experience taking these cases to jury trials.
The Secretary of State's Office regulates administrative driver's license suspensions for DUI charges. It is important to retain a lawyer quickly to help protect your driving privileges. In some situations, without proper representation, you could still obtain a civil suspension after your case is dismissed or after you receive an acquittal in court. Our legal team vigorously defends truck drivers charged with DUI to help preserve their commercial driver's licenses.
Traffic Violations
You should not ignore traffic tickets. In Illinois, if you receive three convictions in a one-year period, the Secretary of State will suspend your driving privileges. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping you protect your driving privileges. We provide guidance and representation for a wide range of violations, including:
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Driving on suspended/revoked license
- Texting while driving
- Leaving the scene of an accident
Contact Us Today
We invite you to contact us at 618-498-2167 to discuss your unique situation with one of our experienced attorneys. We provide flexible hours, including evenings and weekends by appointment. Additionally, we will travel to the hospital, jail or your home to discuss your case.
Our office is adjacent to the Jersey County Courthouse and Jersey County jail, on the corner of Pearl and Washington Street.