2011 Chicago and Cook County DUI Arrest Statistics
Illinois State Police made nearly 10,000 DUI arrests in 2011. The Chicago Police Department made more than 3,000 such arrests. Cook County police officers made an additional 475 DUI arrests.
COOK COUNTY, IL, August 13, 2012
Illinois State Police made nearly 10,000 DUI arrests in 2011. The Chicago Police Department made more than 3,000 such arrests. Cook County police officers made an additional 475 DUI arrests. With the latest survey of arrest records for police departments across the state, it is clearer than ever that drinking and driving enforcement is one of the state's top priorities.Among the Cook County police departments reporting high totals of DUI arrests were Chicago (3,037 arrests), Chicago Heights (265 arrests), Orland Park (263 arrests), Schaumburg (250 arrests), Oak Lawn (245 arrests), Evanston (225 arrests), Skokie (220 arrests) and Palatine (214 arrests). With thousands of arrests happening every year, it is easy to see how a person charged with DUI can feel pressured by the system. You should not plead guilty until you have spoken to a knowledgeable DUI defense attorney about your situation.
DUI Lawyer John W. Callahan reports, "Many clients who could help themselves by contacting a DUI Lawyer right after the arrest often put themselves at a disadvantage by waiting a week or two after the arrest to retain a lawyer. This is a huge mistake as every day that the client waits to retain a DUI Lawyer can reduce the likelihood of beating the DUI suspension on the client's case."
If you need a DUI defense lawyer in Chicago or anywhere in Cook County, Michael T. Norris and John W. Callahan can help you. A DUI conviction can expose you to hefty fines, increased insurance rates, the loss of your license and even jail time. Our firm has obtained not guilty verdicts and dismissals in countless cases, including dozens where the client had flunked the breathalyzer. We know how to defend clients in Cook County DUI cases.
The sooner you act, the better your chances of getting a positive result. Contact a DUI defense attorney at our firm today by calling toll free at 1-877-335-6697 or contact us online. We offer a free DUI case evaluation.
At Michael T. Norris, Ltd. and John W. Callahan, Ltd., you will find a team of attorneys with decades of experience helping people in Chicago, Schaumburg and the surrounding parts of Illinois. Our dedication to fighting for people who have been accused of crimes means that we know how to protect your rights.
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