As my colleagues have pointed out, the $1500 amount is the bond. You likely did not need to post a cash bond but, instead, you received a signature bond (aka I-Bond, personal recognizance bond) that allowed for your release.

Most first time DUI offenses are charged as a Class A misdemeanor - maximum 12 months in jail and a $2500 fine (but may be upgraded to a felony offense if one of a number of aggravating factors are present). All sentences can require an alcohol/drug evaluation, treatment, attendance at a victim... View More

You always have the right to a trial. Success depends on a large number of factors including the ability of the police officer to testify credibly at trial. It may also be possible to negotiate an amendment to a lesser speed with the prosecutor. You may be best served by consulting directly with an... View More

Typically, that is not an issue. If you are able to make a partial payment as a showing of good faith that may be beneficial.

Jail can often be avoided, but he should seek legal representation on both. Traffic school and community service are very common penalties as well. He needs to avoid a conviction on two offenses in order to avoid a license suspension (2 convictions within 24 months under the age of 21).

It should be possible.

Depending on the county/courthouse, you can contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court by phone or try to look up the case online (if they provide access).

At a minimum, he will have his driver's license suspended.

Paying a ticket typically results in the entry of a conviction on your public driving record with limited exceptions. For example, in Illinois, court supervision will prevent a conviction from appearing on your public record even though you are pleading guilty and paying a fine. You may want to... View More

My colleagues are correct, a reduction to a non-moving violation would prevent the consequences to your Illinois record. Because your CDL is your livelihood, be sure to find competent representation in FL. Best of luck.

The goal is typically a reduction of the offense with court supervision to keep your record clean. You would be encouraged to contact an attorney directly to discuss the specifics of the situation, your prior record and most appropriate strategy to ensure the best possible result.

You will need a parent in court with you and, ideally, an attorney to assist. The Judge may agree grant supervision on one or both. Two convictions within 2 years will cause a license suspension when under 21 years old.

You will need a parent in court with you and, ideally, an attorney to assist. The Judge may agree grant supervision on one or both. Two convictions within 2 years will cause a license suspension when under 21 years old.

It varies county by county and courthouse by courthouse so it is difficult to advise you. Find someone local as Mr. Harvatin suggested to ensure the best possible result.

If you avoid a conviction on the tickets (i.e. court supervision), you will avoid a license suspension (2 within 24 months will cause a suspension when you are under 21 years old).

You should try to have the ticket reduced to a non-moving violation in Arkansas. That would prevent the ticket from effecting your driving record.

Typically, states will communicate with one another. Try to have the offense reduced to a non-moving violation to prevent a conviction on your record. Illinois can put a speeding ticket on your record, even if it's only 5 over.

(625 ILCS 25/6) (from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 1106)

Sec. 6. Penalty.

(a) A first violation of this Act is a petty offense punishable by a fine of $75.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this Section, a person charged with a violation of Section 4 of this Act shall not be... View More

This question was mistakenly posted under IL, try reposting under MO to receive answers from MO attorneys.

Likely a scam, especially if it was pre-recorded. Check the phone number online to verify.