In Illinois, first-time DUI offenders are required to install a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) in their vehicle to obtain driving relief while their license is temporarily suspended until the criminal court case. What Does a BAIID Do? This piece of advanced technology measures a driver’s BAC before permitting them to start their vehicle. […]
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Does Getting a DUI Mean I Lose My License?
There are several possible consequences regarding your license if you get a DUI. It is imperative that you seek legal counsel as quickly as possible so you have a fighting chance. The laws and consequences of DUI vary from state to state, so representation from a Peoria criminal defense lawyer who knows Illinois laws critical. […]
Read MoreAre You Eligible for Probation after Committing a Drug Crime?
If you have been charged with a drug crime in Illinois, there are two types of probation available to avoid serving jail or prison time and even a permanent criminal conviction: drug probation and Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities (TASC) probation. Drug probation entails mandatory costs and fines of up to $12,000, 30 hours of […]
Read MoreWho Pays for Medical Bills After an Auto Accident?
If you suffer an injury in a car accident, one of the questions you may ask is, “Who will pay for my medical bills?” Since Illinois is not considered a “no-fault” state, you have to pay for your own medical care. Although a personal injury settlement or a trial verdict would offer significant help, you […]
Read MoreCharles Schierer Interviewed by the Criminal Nuggets Podcast
As felony criminal defense and plaintiffs personal injury lawyers, our team at Schierer & Ritchie, LLC knows a lot about fighting for the people of Peoria, Illinois. Recently, our firm’s own Charles Schierer sat down with the criminal law podcast, Criminal Nuggets, to talk about one of the most unfair legal precedents that continues to […]
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