A 3-minute lesson from the Illinois course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
By driving in Illinois you have already agreed to chemical testing if you're suspected of DUI. Failing or refusing the test triggers an automatic license suspension, separate from any criminal case. Refusing costs you more time than failing.
Know the rule
DUI is classified in Illinois as a violent crime. A DUI conviction stays on your driving record permanently. If arrested or convicted, you may lose your license and registration and be fined and/or imprisoned.
By driving on Illinois roads you automatically consent to breath, blood, urine or other bodily substance tests to determine whether you were under the influence.
Failing means a BAC of .08% or more, a THC level at or over the legal limit, or any amount of an unlawful drug, intoxicating compound or methamphetamine.
You're a second offender if, within the last five years, you had an Illinois summary suspension/revocation, a test-refusal suspension from another state, DUI court supervision, or a DUI conviction.
The summary suspension begins on the 46th day after the notice date. It doesn't end until you pay the reinstatement fee and your driving record is updated.
A first-time offender is arrested and refuses the breath test. Their license will be suspended for one year, twice the six months they'd get for failing it. The refusal can also be used as evidence.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
Driving in Illinois means you automatically consent to breath, blood, or urine testing if arrested for DUI.
True
False
Answer: True
Illinois' implied consent law applies automatically to all drivers.