The Attorneys at Finegan Rinker & Ghrist have defended hundreds of Driving on Suspended and Driving on Revoked cases throughout Central Illinois and would be happy to discuss your case with you for free.
Potential Penalties
The potential consequences for driving on a suspended or revoked license in Illinois depend on a variety of factors. The potential penalties for driving on a suspended or revoked license depend on why your license is suspended or revoked and how many previous cases you have had for driving on a suspended or revoked license. A case for driving on a suspended or revoked license can even be charged as a Felony. In addition to serious criminal penalties, the Illinois Secretary of State may extend or continue your license suspension or revocation for a longer period of time.
If your suspension or revocation is NOT based on a DUI the following possible penalties apply:
-A first violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license is a class A Misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in county jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,500. A first offense is eligible for court supervision.
-A second violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license is a class A Misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in county jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,500. A second offense is not eligible for court supervision and carries a mandatory minimum of 100 hours of community service.
-A third violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license is a class A Misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in county jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,500. A third offense carries a mandatory minimum 30 consecutive days in County Jail or 300 hours of community service.
If your suspension or revocation IS based on a DUI the following possible penalties apply:
A first violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license due to a DUI is a class A Misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in county jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,500. A first offense is eligible for court supervision and carries a mandatory minimum 10 days in county jail or 240 hours of community service.
A second violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license due to a DUI is a class 4 Felony punishable by up to 1 to 3 years in the department of corrections. A second offense is eligible for probation or conditional discharge but carries a mandatory minimum of 30 days in county jail or 300 hours of community service.
A third violation for driving on a suspended or revoked license due to a DUI is a class 4 Felony punishable by up to 1 to 3 in the department of corrections. A third offense is eligible for probation or conditional discharge but carries a mandatory minimum of 30 days in county jail.
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If you have been charged with Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License, please contact Finegan, Rinker & Ghrist today for a free consultation.
