Getting arrested for DUI in Cook County is a crisis. From the traffic stop through your first court date, every moment counts. If you’ve been arrested for DUI—whether your DUI case lands at the Daley Center, Rolling Meadows, Bridgeview, Maywood, Skokie, or Markham Courthouse—take these steps now to protect your license, your freedom, and your future.
1. Call a Local DUI Attorney—Today, Not Tomorrow
A first-time DUI triggers an automatic Statutory Summary Suspension of your driver’s license under 625 ILCS 5/11-501, effective 46 days after arrest. You have just 90 days from the date of arrest to file a Petition to Rescind under 625 ILCS 5/2-118.1 or lose all administrative appeal rights.
95% of our clients who file on time preserve restricted driving privileges while their criminal case unfolds
Call Fabbrini Law Group now at (312) 494-3131— Once you retain us, we immediately:
• File your Petition to Rescind in the correct county court.
• File a Motion for Discovery to review all arrest paperwork and test results.
• Begin our analysis on any breathalyzer or blood exams.
2. Gather and Safeguard Your Evidence
Your arrest packet contains the keys to your defense:
• Traffic citation and officer notes
• Dash-cam/body-cam video
• Breath or blood test records
• Chain-of-custody logs
Our local presence in all six courthouses means we know exactly where to obtain missing documents and spot procedural mistakes that can win your case.
3. Understand the Statutory Summary Suspension Process
A Statutory Summary Suspension is whenever you:
• Record a BAC ≥ 0.08%
• Test positive for illegal drugs
• Refuse any chemical test
Suspension durations under 625 ILCS 5/11-501:
• First-time failure: 6 months
• First-time refusal: 12 months
• Repeat offenses (within 5 years): Escalating up to 24 months
Your suspension starts 46 days post-arrest—but filing your Petition to Rescind starts the process to stop it in its tracks.
4. Don’t Plead Guilty Just Because You Blew over .08 in a Breathalyzer
Never plead guilty without consulting counsel. Fabbrini Law Group has 25+ years of trial experience in Chicago the suburbs. We know how to:
• Challenge unlawful stops under 625 ILCS 5/11-501
• Exclude unreliable breath-test readings
• Suppress improperly handled blood samples
5. Deploy Proven Defense Strategies
Our Cook County DUI defenses include:
1. Probable-cause audits: We dissect your traffic stop—if police lacked a valid reason, we suppress all evidence from the stop.
2. Calibration & chain-of-custody challenges: We examine service logs and lab reports to invalidate flawed tests.
3. Expert testimony: We can retain top toxicologists and breathalyzer specialists as needed.
4. Pre-trial motions: We file targeted motions to exclude evidence from unconstitutional searches or Due Process violations.
5. Local attorney advocacy: We tailor our defense and arguments to each courthouse’s judges and local prosecutor.
6. Negotiate Alternatives to Keep You Driving
Even if dismissal isn’t possible, with our unique experience with Cook County DUI cases we can help you to secure:
• Monitoring Device Driving Permits with BAIID installation to keep you driving
• Court-approved diversion or alcohol-education programs to keep your license valid
• Community-service alternatives to fines or jail time
Over 95% of our clients avoid jail time and keep their vehicles on the road.
7. Secure Your Free, No-Obligation Consultation
Don’t face a DUI case alone. Fabbrini Law Group offers:
• Flat fees that cover everything, including trials
• Flexible payment plans
• No hidden or extra charges
Call (312) 494-3131 now—let Fabbrini Law Group and our Cook County DUI attorneys fight for you.
Note: This blog post is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Consult an attorney for advice regarding your situation.