Bail For Dui In Illinois
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As a first offender, you may face a minimum jail time of 364 days in jail and if your blood alcohol level was 0.16% or more, you may spend a maximum of 364 days in jail. If you had a minor in your car, you could spend six months in jail.
This is where a mitigation letter comes in handy. DUI mitigation letters, also referred to as apology letters, are written to the judge or prosecutor to ask for a lighter sentence or a dismissal of your DUI charges. It paints a picture in the judge's or prosecution's mind of you as a decent person who made a mistake.
Writing a letter to the Judge before Sentencing is critical. The letter should first and foremost talk about remorse. The judge wants to hear that you are sorry for your actions and that you understand the consequences of your actions and how you may have harmed others. He or she also want to hear that you have learne.
The most common plea bargain for a first DUI is a reduction to reckless driving. This can result in lighter penalties such as reduced fines, fewer points on your license, and potentially avoiding jail time.
Increased Costs for Subsequent Offenses DUI bail in Illinois varies based on the offense severity and if it's a first or subsequent offense. First-time DUI bail ranges from $100-$500, but for second or third offenses, it can increase significantly. Depending on your case, bail can range from $2,500-$25,000.
Explain how your actions have affected others and that you understand why your actions were wrong. Explain Your Circumstances – You may evoke some sympathy from the judge if there were extenuating circumstances for your DUI.
The best case scenario is a dismissal. There are many criminal defense attorneys out there, but only a handful who really concentrate on DUI. As a certified instructor on the standardized Field sobriety tests I can tell you that there are many issues to look at in any DUI case. Every case is defensible.
First DUI OffenseTypically, under Illinois law, a DUI first offense is a Class A misdemeanor, which carries up to one-year in the county jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,500.00 plus court costs.
