Thursday, July 12, 2018

Conor's Law

A new DUI law takes effect in June of 2018, also known as Conor's law.
 
Before Conor's law, any person arrested for DUI in Illinois could be released after posting bond.
 

Once Conor's law takes effect, police can detain anyone under 21 arrested for DUI until the person is sober or a responsible adult picks them up.

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

OUI

If you are behind the wheel of a boat while intoxicated, you can be charged with operating under the influence, or OUI..
An OUI charge is a lot like a drunk driving charge. It is governed under Illinois law, which pertains to “operating a watercraft under the influence of alcohol, other drug or drugs, intoxicating compound or compounds, or combination thereof.”

 

If you are convicted of operating under the influence and it is your first offense, you could be found guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. There are other factors that may enhance the charge to a Class 4 felony or a Class 2 felony which carries even more serious penalties. In addition your boating privileges may be suspended. You may be a candidate for supervision.