A first or second DUI offense is generally a Class A misdemeanor that carries a maximum penalty of up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $2,500. Generally, for a first offense, an individual is usually looking at a misdemeanor offense and depending on the facts and circumstances, will not likely face any jail time and would likely receive a sentence of court supervision. Court Supervision generally entails going a twelve month period without committing any further legal offenses and paying all required court costs and fees as well as successfully completing any drug/alcohol treatment, then at the end of that twelve month period, the DUI will not go on your criminal record. A finding of guilty or plea of guilty to a DUI whether you receive court supervision or not will always be on your driving record however. A first conviction for a Misdemeanor DUI can potentially result in a term of jail of up to no more than one year. A second Conviction for a Misdemeanor DUI will result in a mandatory minimum term of jail of five days or 240 hours of community service work. A third conviction will result in a mandatory jail term of 90 days.
Search Article Library
Recent Articles
- Cohabitation Agreements March 10, 2023
- Tips for a Smooth Divorce February 7, 2023
- Equitable Distribution in Illinois January 24, 2023
- Pension Plans in a Divorce January 6, 2023
- College and Post-High School Education Expenses December 16, 2022
Related Posts

Transfer of Property upon Death
Lisa DorchMarch 10, 2022

Illinois SAFE-T Act
Lisa DorchSeptember 9, 2021

Evicting in a Pandemic
Lisa DorchFebruary 4, 2021