Driver’s License Reinstatement

Contrary to what some people believe, driving is a privilege, not a right. This means that the state that issued your driver’s license has the right to take it away if necessary. There are many situations that can cause you to lose your license in Illinois, but one of the most common reasons people lose […]

Over 80 percent of Illinois residents drive their own car to work. To stay employed, having a valid driver’s license can be almost as important as a person’s skills and experience. Yet current Illinois law allows the Secretary of State to suspend your driver’s license for many different reasons, ranging from unpaid traffic tickets to

Many people do not realize is that driving is a privilege, not a right. There is no federal or state constitutional rule that says you must be allowed to drive. In Illinois, there are many reasons why a person can lose their driving privileges. We take our driver’s license for granted and often do not

Your driver’s license can get revoked or suspended for a number of reasons-traffic violations, failing to pay child support, DUI charges-but you can reinstate your driver’s license with the help of an experienced attorney. There are specific steps that you must take in order to begin the reinstatement process. Participate in a Hearing In order

The ability to drive a vehicle on public roads is a privilege. Sometimes, a person can have their license taken away as punishment for certain crimes. In the state of Illinois, the Secretary of State has the authority to suspend or even completely revoke a person’s driver’s license. If you are an Illinois driver, you

Distracted driving has become a growing problem everywhere, including in Joliet and Will County. According to a press release issued by the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, Illinois motorists received over 18,000 citations and warnings for distracted driving, mostly for the use of handheld phones/electronics, during the inaugural Distracted Driving Awareness Week in April

A revoked or suspended driver’s license can create a major inconvenience or hardship. It makes getting to work or school, caring for family members, and performing other daily tasks almost impossible to complete. Fortunately, the state of Illinois has a process in place that allows drivers an opportunity to pursue and gain driver’s license reinstatement.

When your driving privileges have been suspended or revoked due to a conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) or other violations, your life can be greatly affected. It may be extremely difficult for you to continue working, to attend school, or to attend alcohol education programs in accordance with court directives. Depending on the