St. Charles Driver's License Reinstatement Lawyer

Driver's License Reinstatement Lawyer in St. Charles, IL Helping With License Revocation

At The Law Office of Brian J. Mirandola, we understand that good people make mistakes. Unfortunately, those mistakes can sometimes lead to legal consequences that significantly impact our lives. This is often the case for people who are arrested for intoxicated driving and charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Maybe you did not realize that a couple of glasses of wine would affect your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) the way they did, and now you have had your license suspended. Maybe you just made a mistake and did not keep track of your drinking.

DUI convictions are not the only reason people have their driver's licenses suspended. There are also many traffic tickets that are issued each year for violations that happen because someone was distracted or did not realize they were going over the speed limit. In Illinois, too many violations within a year can also lead to the loss of driving privileges.

If your license has been suspended or revoked, a St. Charles driver's license reinstatement lawyer may be able to help you get your license back and minimize the disruption to your life.

DUI and Loss of License

Under Illinois law, every DUI conviction will result in a mandatory loss of driving privileges. The length of time and type depends on whether the person has any prior convictions:

• First offense – Revocation of license for one year
• Second offense – Revocation of license for three years
• Third offense – Revocation of license for 10 years
• Fourth offense – Lifetime revocation

There are several ways our lawyer can help you regain your driving privileges. If your license has been suspended because of a first or second conviction, you may qualify for a Restricted Driving Permit (RDP) or a Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP). An RDP allows a person to drive if the license loss is due to a criminal conviction. An MDDP allows a person to drive if the license loss is due to a statutory suspension under the state's implied consent law.

These permits allow a driver with a suspended license to drive. However, there are strict rules as to who is eligible. A person will need to prove a hardship in order to qualify for an RDP, and there may also be rules as to when and where they are allowed to drive. An MDDP will typically allow driving with no restrictions.

Drivers must also have an ignition interlock device (IID) in their vehicle. This device will measure the driver's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The vehicle will not start if the driver's BAC is over .025 percent. The driver will be required to pay installation costs, and a monthly fee will also be charged.

Reinstatement of a revoked driver's license is likely to be more difficult than a reinstating suspended license. A license reinstatement hearing with the Secretary of State's Office will be required. Our St. Charles driver's license reinstatement attorney can prepare and file a motion for reinstatement and present your case to the hearing officer. Our firm has successfully represented many clients in these types of cases, and we understand the stringent requirements that must be met to get a revoked license reinstated.

Traffic Violations

If you have lost your license because of traffic violations, there are several steps The Law Office of Brian J. Mirandola may be able to take to get your license reinstated. Too many violations within a specific time period will result in the state suspending your license, but our office can work with you to have one or more violations removed from your driving record. This could result in the reinstatement of your license.

Driving With a Suspended or Revoked License

If you are caught driving on a suspended license, the state considers this a criminal offense, and you will likely be charged accordingly. Because the most likely outcome of a conviction includes an extension of the suspension period, it is important to take steps to defend against a conviction with the help of our skilled attorney. If you have already gone through this process and have been convicted, our firm can help you obtain an RDP.

Contact Our St. Charles, Illinois Driver's License Reinstatement Lawyer

Many of our clients have been surprised by the options they have for driving again after a license suspension or revocation. They have also been impressed by the success of our efforts to make those options succeed. If you would like to learn about what steps you can take to get your license back, call The Law Office of Brian J. Mirandola at 847-488-0889 to speak with our attorney. We will evaluate your case and determine the best steps to take in your situation. Contact us today.