In Illinois, an offense is "priorable" if it has been committed within 20 years of a separate DUI. The consequences of a second DUI offense are substantially more serious than in a first offense situation. The stakes are raised and there are a number of important variables that are not nearly as critical as in a first offense. In these matters one really needs an experienced Illinois DUI/DWI attorney by their side.

In second offense DUI cases, got DUI attorneys usually makes all of the required court and DMV appearances on behalf of his client. However, in certain situations, they attorney will advise his client to appear with him in court and/or before the DMV. Throughout the case, got DUI attorneys keeps their client up to date as to the work they are performing, and all future proceedings. Got DUI attorneys have the same goal as their clients accused of DUI - to have the charges completely dismissed if possible.

The possible punishments and consequences of a second DUI within 20 years are set forth below.

Class A misdemeanor (possible imprisonment of up to 1 year; fines of up to $2,500); mandatory minimum imprisonment of 5 days or 240 hours of community service; revocation of driving privileges for a minimum of 5 years for a second conviction within 20 years; suspension of vehicle registration.

If committed with BAC of .16 or more—In addition to any penalties or fines, mandatory imprisonment of 2 days and mandatory minimum fine of $1,250. If committed while transporting a child under age 16 (Aggravated DUI); Class 4 felony (possible imprisonment 1-3 years, fines of up to $25,000)

30 months probation and mandatory minimum 10 days in jail or 480 hours community service.

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