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This was a cellphone use while driving violation under 625/5 ILCS Sec. 12-610.2 (b) (c)
answered on Jul 15, 2018
Yes. It often depends on the county - read the ticket carefully to see if you can request supervision by mail/online rather than in person.
I was pulled over by a lincolnwood police. He didn't give me a ticket. Only issued a written warning for improper turn signal. I've had no prior record and have not been pulled over before. Will this stay on my record? Does it ever get erased?
answered on Jun 23, 2018
Warnings do not go on your public driving record. It will not effect your driving privileges or insurance.
Hello, received a ticket in Dupage county. First ever. I was following the car in front of me! Surprising he didn't get a ticket.
Officer says my driving record is excellent. Just follow the procedure on the ticket.
My question is: after 90 days of court supervision, will it... View More 
answered on Jun 23, 2018
Court supervision will not effect your public driving record and, as a result, should not effect your insurance. It sounds like you had the option to request traffic school/supervision without a court appearance. You can trying calling the DuPage County Clerk's Office if you are having any issues.
answered on Jun 23, 2018
It depends what the disposition was of the first two tickets. You can technically receive court supervision twice within a 12 month period. Of course, it is at the discretion of the Judge.
(my second cell phone violation overall) in Lake County on 5/19. The ticketing officer recommended applying for traffic school, but I don't know if i qualify? Is it different if the tickets are in two different counties?
answered on Jun 10, 2018
You may still be eligible to request traffic school in Lake County without appearing in court if that option was given. I would suggest contacting the Clerk's Office to verify your eligibility before sending in payment. A second cell phone ticket is a moving violation.
I got the ticket in 11/2017 I didn’t go to court and I also never paid it. I know it’s been over 6 months so I just wanted to know if it will ever go past just having a hold on my license.
answered on Jun 10, 2018
It depends how it was entered on your record. You can verify this directly with the Secretary of State just to be safe. Your failure to pay may just prevent you from renewing your license when the time comes.
Say my license gets suspended for 3 tickets in 12 months. I serve my suspension and get reinstated. Then I get another ticket on my record within 12 months of the 3rd ticket that got me suspended. Am I on strike 1 or strike 2?
answered on Jun 10, 2018
Unfortunately, the 12 months does not start over after the original suspension. You are still subject to a new suspension under the rules (the prior offenses can still be used). Supervision will not count toward a suspension as Mr. Harvatin has pointed out.
answered on Apr 22, 2018
It sounds like a city ordinance violation, which typically would not appear on your driving record. You should verify this first with the particular courthouse where the ticket is assigned.
I was doing 101mph on a 45mph highway construction zone. The state troop got me because of his speed radar detector.
answered on Apr 21, 2018
Aggravated speeding 35+ mph over the limit and reckless driving are both Class A misdemeanors under Illinois law. Technically, the maximum penalty is up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine plus costs. However, there are a wide range of possibilities. Additional factors include the county,... View More
First speeding ticket january 19 , and this is my first cell phone ticket on april 19 ill this affect my supervision? what can i do im very worried
answered on Apr 22, 2018
It is unlikely to cause an issue. However, you can technically obtain court supervision twice within a 12 month period. You would likely need to appear in court to request a second order of supervision. As my colleague mentioned, a first cell phone ticket is not a moving violation (but it may still... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2018
If you are referring to a traffic ticket, you can prevent it from going on your public driving record if you receive court supervision. This would likely require a court appearance and traffic school due to your age.
answered on Apr 22, 2018
Technically, you can receive court supervision twice within a 12 month period. However, this would likely require a court appearance and, ultimately, it is up to the Judge. You may wish to seek legal representation to ensure the best possible result. Best of luck.
I am under 21. I have got 3 speeding tickets in the last 3 years. In 2016, I paid my ticket off and was done. In 2017, I got court supervision. Are the chances slim that I get accepted for court supervision again or is everyone allowed two court supervisions within 12 months?
answered on Apr 22, 2018
You are eligible for a second, but it is discretionary. It is certainly worth requesting another order of court supervision in court.
I received a speeding ticket for going 19 over in Lake County. I haven’t had a ticket in about 9-10 years. The mail in form says I can get supervision but I have to attend traffic school. They want 220 dollars for that. Back when I was younger (I’m 38 now), your first ticket in the year you got... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2018
You would need to appear in court (or have attorney appear on your behalf) to obtain court supervision and avoid attending traffic school.
I have an Illinois License living in Georgia. I have received a ticket for what would be my 2nd moving violation in 24 months while driving in North Carolina. I was informed by the officer that if I attended court, I might not get my insurance increased, which i assume means it would not be... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2018
You should speak to an attorney in North Carolina to determine if you can prevent the ticket from being reported back to Illinois. It may need to be reduced to a non-moving violation to keep it off of your record.
Okay so there’s this guy that moves snow from alley to alley and always blocks my alley and I have no way of getting out And it’s annoying because he always moves it there and I always have to clean it again and again and it gets annoying you know
My license. Who do I contact?
answered on Mar 18, 2018
I assume the officer was either suggesting that you contact the Clerk's Office to request traffic school/supervision or an attorney to represent you in court. Read the ticket carefully, it may explain your options. You can also try calling the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where... View More
It was on the expressway, the cop told me it was a class A, handed me my ticket I have court and took away my license till the court date. Also the cop told me to bring a lawyer, but cannot afford one. What’s the possibility of going to jail and are there alternatives on paying the fine that I... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2018
Speeding 35+ mph over the limit is a Class A misdemeanor. The maximum penalty is 12 months in jail and a $2500 fine. If you have a good record, jail time is typically unlikely. However, there are a range of possibilities including anything from court supervision to a criminal conviction, high... View More
A couple of days have passed since the case closed. Is there anything I could do to avoid the suspension, like as for supervision even if it's late? If so should I contact an attorney? If so how much would that cost roughly and how long would it take?
Thank you.
answered on Mar 18, 2018
Two convictions within a 24 month period for those under the age of 21 will result in a driver's license suspension. Court supervision does not count toward a suspension. It may be possible to file a motion to reopen one of the cases and attempt to remove the conviction. An attorney can... View More
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