Felony DUI Offenses
DUI Defense Lawyers in Lake County, Illinois, Serving clients charged with DUI in Libertyville Mundelein Fox lake Lindenhurst Lake Zurich all of NE Illinois & SE Wisconsin.
In Illinois, some DUI cases rise to the level of a felony—and the consequences are severe. A felony DUI conviction can affect nearly every part of your life, making it harder to:
- Get or keep a job
- Rent an apartment
- Secure loans or mortgages
- Open financial accounts
- Exercise civil rights, such as voting
Beyond these long-term consequences, felony DUI charges can also lead to substantial prison time, steep fines, and permanent damage to your record. If you face felony DUI charges, you need a defense team with the skill, knowledge, and experience to fight back.
Why Choose Harter & Schottland?
Any lawyer can represent you in a DUI case—but at Harter & Schottland, we focus on winning them. Our attorneys are at the forefront of DUI defense strategies, including:
- Challenging the administration of field sobriety tests
- Analyzing the accuracy of breath, blood, and urine testing
- Examining police training and procedures for flaws
- Comparing your account with police reports and evidence to uncover inconsistencies
We build tailored, aggressive strategies to challenge felony DUI charges at every stage of the case.
How a DUI Becomes a Felony
Not every DUI is a felony. Under Illinois law, a DUI may rise to felony level if it involves:
- Causing an accident with injuries
- Driving without a valid license
- Driving without insurance
- Driving with a suspended or revoked license
- Multiple DUI convictions
- Other aggravating circumstances that enhance the severity of the offense
Felony DUI cases are complex, but with experienced representation, you have options for protecting your future.
Protect Your Rights and Future
Facing a felony DUI is overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. At Harter & Schottland, we fight aggressively to defend your rights, protect your license, and work toward the best possible outcome.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
From offices in Round Lake Beach, Waukegan, and Woodstock, we represent clients throughout Northern Illinois.
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