Law Firm of Wendy R Morgan

- DUI\Criminal -

Driving Under the Influence

___Being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can have very serious consequences. Aside from feelings of embarrassment you may feel before your friends and family, you face the possibility of losing your employment due to your driving privileges being suspended. D.U.I. is a very serious charge that can lead to you losing your driving privileges.

___A charge of D.U.I. is different from any other criminal or traffic matter as it carries with it both a criminal action and a civil action. The civil component is commonly referred to as the Summary Suspension law. This means that in most cases the secretary of state will automatically suspend your license 46 days after your arrest. In most cases the suspension can last for a period of either six or twelve months depending on other factors such as if you have any prior D.U.I. charges and the results of any breathalyzer tests that are taken. Our attorneys have vast experience arguing against the summary suspension of your driving privileges, but there is a time limit in which you are allowed to file such a petition. Therefore, it is imperative that you contact us immediately to discuss your case.
The criminal action differs in that most first time offenders are charged with a class A misdemeanor that carries with it the potential for a jail sentence of up to one year, a fine of up to $2,500.00 or a combination of both. The courts may also impose additional requirements for which you will be responsible to pay such as submitting yourself for an alcohol evaluation through the state, completion of all recommended follow up treatments deemed necessary by the evaluators, and attending a victim impact panel. The state or municipality will have highly trained and experienced trial attorneys to prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law. You need an experienced trial attorney that is knowledgeable of the intricacies of D.U.I. defense.

___The Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan has experienced attorneys with the background and knowledge necessary to eliminate or minimize the effects that a D.U.I may have on your life. Do not risk your personal liberty, your license and your driving privileges. Our attorney’s provide quality assistance to people who have been charged with a D.U.I. with effective methods to fight for our clients rights. Contact our office now to for an initial consultation.

Criminal

        The proclamation that all defendants are innocent until proven guilty is the core value of the American criminal justice system. All defendants are entitled to this protection under State and Federal law. You are also entitled to employ the attorney of your choosing.   Having the right attorney on your side can make all of the difference in obtaining a favorable result and resolution of your case. We defend clients in Illinois State or Federal Courts charged with any crime, from D.U.I. to theft to major and minor drug charges.

___No one ever expects to face criminal charges that threaten their life, liberty, and property. However, every day average citizens find themselves in difficult situations which can result in jail time, high fines, forfeiture of property and diminished employment opportunities. The prospect of this charge disrupting your life and affecting your ability to care for yourself and your family is overwhelming.


___If you find yourself under arrest or the subject of an investigation it is recommended that you try to cooperate with the police as much as possible without answering any questions. There are constitutional safeguards in place that protect your right to remain silent. There is no need to try and convince the police that you are innocent. The police do not make this determination, your innocence is decided by a Judge or jury of your peers. Remember, what you say can and will be used against in a court. Simply be quiet, polite and ask for your attorney. You have a right to have an attorney present during questioning. Do not give the police permission to search any of your property. You have an absolute constitutional right to refuse to allow the police to search your car, home or any other property. If the police threaten to obtain a warrant, let them do just that. Never under any circumstances give your permission to search or allow the police into your home.

___The police may make statements to you that if you talk to them and give your side of the story or if you tell them what they want to hear that they may let you go home or convince the prosecution to go easy on you. Do not believe this lie. The United States Supreme Court has ruled that it is acceptable police behavior to lie to you to get you to cooperate. The police are not required to keep their promises and again anything you say can be used against you in court.

___At The Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan, our dedicated attorneys will explain the charges against you and the possible consequences that you face. We will work with you to develop an effective defense strategy in an effort to reduce the charges against you, increase your odds of winning at trial or to minimize the consequences of a guilty plea or a finding of guilty after trial. Our attorney’s provide quality assistance to people who have been charged with crimes, with effective methods to fight for our clients rights. Contact our office now to for an initial consultation.

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