2nd & 3rd DUI Offense

Felony DUI Attorney in Illinois

DUI Defense Lawyer for Lake County

If you have been charged with your second or third DUI offense, you face license revocation and a felony charge on your criminal record. Prison time, heavy fines and a long probation period are also common consequences of multiple DUI offenses. Jerald Novak & Associates is committed to helping clients minimize the penalties as much as possible.

As an experienced drunk driving defense attorney, I give my clients the best possible chance for success by preparing an aggressive defense on their behalf and using creative techniques tailored to their unique situations. I also stay current on new case law and regularly attend DUI defense seminars in order to perfect my strategies. My clients appreciate the dedication I put into every one of my cases. Contact me to learn how I can help you.

Driver's License Suspension and Revocation

If you are a multiple DUI offender, you will have your driver's license suspended or revoked depending on the circumstances of your case. A suspended driver's license can be reinstated for a fee after the suspension period is over. If your license was revoked, you must attend a Secretary of State Reinstatement Hearing, at which time you will try to convince the Secretary of State's office that your alcohol problem is resolved. I routinely assist clients in regaining their driving privileges.

Felony Charges

Often, multiple DUI offenses will lead to a felony charge, especially if the incident included aggravating circumstances:

• Driving with a revoked or suspended license
• Driving without insurance
• Causing a crash resulting in bodily injury or harm

I have successfully handled all levels of DUI charges. During your preliminary hearing, I use my years of experience and knowledge to mitigate the circumstances and prevent a felony charge. If you are indeed charged with a felony, I fight aggressively to eliminate or reduce your prison bond.

Sometimes felony DUI cases come down to one word, or one inconsistency in the police testimony. I easily spot these opportunities and use them to my clients' advantage.

I Win DUI

If you need a lawyer who will be an aggressive advocate for your rights and interests, please contact Jerald Novak & Associates. Because I focus solely on representing clients in criminal and DUI / DWI cases, I know what it takes to minimize penalties and consequences of multiple DUI offenses. I don't just say I can help you with your DUI defense, I can prove it.