Springfield, IL Criminal Defense Attorney

Driving under the influence (DUI) arrests account for a large percentage of all criminal charges filed in Springfield, Illinois. At Johnson Law Group, our Springfield DUI attorneys are always at the forefront of all legal matters pertaining to DUI law and defense. We genuinely want to see our clients well prepared for the litigation and challenges ahead, and this means never backing down from a fight.

Defense strategies we may be able to use to protect you after a DUI charge include:

• Unlawful stop
• Mistaken identity
• Unreliable field sobriety test
• Uncalibrated chemical testing machine

However we approach your case, you know that we will do it with the utmost tenacity and professionalism. There are some heavy penalties on the other side of a DUI conviction in Illinois. By committing ourselves to your case and utilizing the full force of our eclectic legal team, we hope to prevent you from experiencing the harsh, unforgiving consequences of the criminal justice system.

Penalties associated with a DUI, even for a first time offender, include:

• High fines, up to $2,500
• Jail time, up to 1 year
• At least one year driver's license suspension
• Mandatory ignition interlock device installation

Have you already been convicted for a DUI offense in Illinois? You might be understandably worried about what will happen at the end of your license suspension. The state of Illinois requires that all drivers convicted of a DUI reprove that they can safely and responsible operate a vehicle during a lengthy driver's license reinstatement hearing. With us in your corner during your hearing, you can be confident that you are making the right moves to get your license and driving privilege back.

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We understand that when you come to us for help, you are probably living with overwhelming pressure and stress as a consequence of having been charged with a crime. Our attorneys and case managers do whatever we can to provide you with relief. By hiring us, you give yourself the benefit of having a personal and experienced professional on your side who has assisted countless others with problems similar to your own. The first step we take is to meet with you for a free case evaluation in order to determine whether the case is "beatable."

In other words, we raise the question of whether we should be fighting for an acquittal or dismissal of the charges, or if it would be better to negotiate with the prosecutor for a favorable plea bargain. At every stage of the case, from pre-file investigation through to preliminary hearings and even a full trial, we work closely with you to ensure the best possible results. When you hire us, we treat your case as if it were our own. We settle for nothing less than the outcome that we would want in your position.