Implied Consent Illinois law updated, Effective Jan. 1, 2009

Not blowing BLOWS Harder now in Illinois!

Now in the great corrupt State of Illinois when you refuse to a chemical test you will face stiffer suspensions.

Here is a look at the what failing to submit to a chemical test in Illinois will cost you are far as driving privileges now.

Refusing to submit to chemical testing

1. First Offense — Suspension of driving privileges for 6 months (eligible for JDP on 31st day of suspension)*
2. Second or Subsequent Offense — Suspension of driving
   privileges for 3 years (not eligible for driving relief)

NEW LAW * Effective Jan. 1, 2009, a Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP) will replace the Judicial Driving Permit (JDP). Also, the suspension period for a first offense for failing chemical testing will increase to 6 months; the suspension period for a first offense for refusing to submit to chemical testing will increase to 12 months. A first-time DUI offender who wishes to obtain and is eligible for driving relief during the suspension period must have a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) installed on his/her vehicle.

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