Defending Clients Across
Every DuPage County Town

Yes — somewhat. The criminal prosecution happens in DuPage County Circuit Court (Wheaton), but the police report, video evidence, and initial procedures come from the arresting agency. Different departments have different tendencies, equipment calibration habits, and video quality. We know which towns' cases are most winnable.

Yes — almost always. Felonies, misdemeanors, and most DUI cases are handled at the DuPage County Courthouse in Wheaton. Some traffic-related matters may start in municipal courts, but serious charges move to the county level quickly.

Yes. Departments like Naperville, Wheaton, Downers Grove, and Elmhurst tend to have very thorough DUI investigations and high-quality video. Smaller departments sometimes have more procedural errors. We use these differences strategically.

Court supervision is available for most first-offense DUIs across the county — but judges in different courtrooms have different thresholds. We know which judges are more likely to grant supervision vs. conviction.

Immediately — ideally within 24 to 48 hours. The statutory summary suspension clock starts running from the date of arrest or refusal, and you have only 90 days to request a hearing. Early action gives us time to get police video before it is overwritten.