Articles Posted in What Happens If You Get a DUI in Illinois with a Minor in the Car?

A DUI arrest is always a serious matter in Illinois, but when a minor is in the vehicle, the legal consequences become much more severe. Illinois law imposes enhanced penalties on drivers who are caught operating a vehicle under the influence with a passenger under the age of 16. The state considers DUI with a minor in the car to be an aggravated offense, meaning…