Fear not!  This value does not represent the amount that you owe on the ticket.  Rather, this value represents the sum of money you will owe in the event that you fail to comply with the requirements of the ticket. How does this work?  When giving a ticket, the officer can allow you to leave … More Why does my traffic ticket seem to suggest I owe an insane amount of money ($1,000-$2,500)?

To set up emailed renewal notices, you can visit https://www.ilsos.gov/greenmail/ and enter your PIN and registration ID. Where do you get these? You can call (217) 785-3000, then option 7. This is the public inquiry section. From here, you can receive your pin and registration ID over the phone if you are listed as an … More How to sign up for email plate renewal reminders & how to handle expired registration tickets?

Question: What impact if any do written traffic warnings have on my record? Answer: As far as your driving record is concerned, they don’t exist.  In my time reading many driving records and speaking to other traffic attorneys, we have never seen them appear on a driving record nor does the Secretary of State (the … More What impact if any do written traffic warnings have on my record?

  The offense is punishable as a class A misdemeanor offense. The maximum sentence under the law is $2,500 and/or up to one year in the county jail. A non-DUI related second violation for driving during a suspension will require at least 300 hours of community service.  It may be possible to secure court supervision … More What penalties can you face for 2nd time driving on suspended if 1st ticket was out of state?