The Illinois Secretary of State claims of more than 50,000 DUI arrests statewide. DUI law in Illinois is extremely complex. Drunk driving in the IL can be a Class A misdemeanor punishable by a maximum $2,500 fine and 364 days in jail for a first time offense. For multiple DUI offenses or driving without a valid license, or not having auto insurance, felony DUI charges may be filed. DUI police tickets can be issued for a blood alcohol content (BAC) above .08, any amount of illegal drugs or simply impaired driving.

Someone charged with a drunk driving can also face suspension or revocation of their driving privileges and license. Suspension periods are now a minimum of six months if the blood alcohol content is above .08, and one year if refusal of a breath sample. Most first time DUI offenders are eligible for the MDDP after a 30 day 'hard' suspension.

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