The holiday season is a joyous time of relaxation, quality time with family, and parties. Most of us have experienced having one too many alcoholic beverages during holiday festivities. Between school and university events, work events, and other social and family holiday parties, we seem to encounter a tasty cocktail at every turn this time of year. Many of us are trying to relax after a long year of hard work, and we deserve it! Unfortunately, a night of innocent fun can end badly if you find yourself facing charges for driving while under the influence. If you have been charged with a DUI, our attorneys can help.
The DUI defense attorneys at Glasgow & Olsson have helped many Cook County residents fight DUI charges during the holidays. Contact our office today to schedule your free case evaluation. Also, check out these tips for avoiding a DUI charge over the holiday season.
Choose a Designated Driver Before Consuming Alcohol
One of the best ways to avoid facing a DUI charge is to designate a friend to be your driver after participating in holiday festivities. By designating a driver, all non-designated drivers will be able to enjoy drinking more, knowing that they will not be arrested for drunk driving on their way home.
Use a Ride-Share Service
The number of Uber and Lyft drivers has grown substantially in Chicago and Cook County. If you did not plan on drinking but end up feeling buzzed after your family gathering or holiday work party, do not take a chance. Instead, call an Uber or Lyft. Even though booking a ride through a ride-share app can be expensive, the cost of the ride will be significantly less than having to deal with a DUI.
Avoid Driving While Drowsy
After a large Thanksgiving, Chanukah, or Christmas meal, a driver might be more drowsy than usual. Had you not been drinking, you might have been fine to drive home while a bit drowsy from a holiday meal. When you combine alcohol with a big meal, however, the effects can be significant on your ability to safely drive home.
Pay Attention to Illinois DUI Checkpoints
Illinois law enforcement consistently adds DUI checkpoints throughout the state during the holidays. Under Illinois law, law enforcement may set up sobriety checkpoints. If you become caught in a DUI checkpoint, you could end up facing DUI charges. Illinois residents can learn where sobriety checkpoints will be ahead of time by checking online. Certain cell phone apps also provide drivers with information on checkpoints.
If You are Arrested for DUI, Contact a Skilled DUI Attorney
At Glasgow & Olsson, our philosophy is “there but for the grace of God, go I.” We understand that responsible people sometimes make mistakes. It can be as simple as getting into a car after accepting an invitation for drinks with your new boss, who you are trying to impress. Or, perhaps you did not realize how much liquor the bartender poured into your drink.
Whatever the circumstances that lead to your holiday DUI charge, our attorneys can help. We have successfully defendant thousands of clients from Illinois DUI charges. Contact our Chicago DUI defense law firm today to learn how we can help you.