Criminal Defense in Addison
McMahon Law Offices defends residents and visitors facing criminal charges in Addison. The village sits entirely within DuPage County, meaning all felony and misdemeanor cases arising here are prosecuted by the DuPage County State's Attorney and heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court in Wheaton — a courthouse our attorneys have practiced in exclusively for over two decades.
Addison borders Cook County to the east along its shared line with Elmwood Park and Melrose Park. If your arrest occurred near the eastern village limits, jurisdiction should be confirmed before assuming your case is in DuPage County. Contact us and we will verify it immediately.
We handle every category of criminal charge filed in DuPage County:
- DUI Defense — First offense, aggravated DUI, felony DUI, breathalyzer refusal, statutory summary suspension hearings, and driver's license reinstatement
- Drug Crimes — Possession, possession with intent to deliver, delivery of a controlled substance, trafficking, and cannabis charges
- Domestic Violence — Domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery, violation of orders of protection, and criminal stalking
- Violent Crimes — Assault, aggravated battery, armed robbery, home invasion, and attempted murder
- Property Crimes — Retail theft, burglary, residential burglary, criminal trespass, and criminal damage to property
- Sex Crimes — Criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual abuse, predatory criminal sexual assault, and sex offender registration matters
- Weapon Crimes — Unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated UUW, FOID card violations, and illegal firearm possession
- Traffic Violations — Reckless driving, driving on a suspended or revoked license, leaving the scene of an accident, and street racing
- White Collar Crimes — Fraud, theft by deception, identity theft, embezzlement, and money laundering
Your Addison Defense Team
Every Addison criminal case handled by McMahon Law Offices benefits from two perspectives that no other DuPage County firm can offer. One attorney spent years prosecuting cases at the Wheaton courthouse as a DuPage County Assistant State's Attorney. The other decided them from the bench as a Circuit Judge. That combination gives every Addison client a defense strategy built on a complete understanding of both sides of the criminal process at the 18th Judicial Circuit.
About Addison
Addison is a village of approximately 37,000 residents in DuPage County, located roughly 20 miles west of downtown Chicago. It borders Elmhurst to the south, Lombard to the southwest, Villa Park to the south, Wood Dale to the north, and Bensenville and Elmwood Park to the east along the Cook County line. Addison is a predominantly working-class and middle-class community with a large Latino population and a significant concentration of industrial, manufacturing, and commercial businesses along its major corridors.
The village sits entirely within DuPage County. All felony and misdemeanor criminal cases arising in Addison are prosecuted by the DuPage County State's Attorney and heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court in Wheaton. Addison's eastern border with Cook County is a relevant jurisdictional consideration — arrests occurring near Lake Street or Army Trail Road at the county line should be verified before assuming which courthouse applies.
Addison has a dense network of commercial corridors, a large bar and restaurant scene concentrated along Lake Street and Army Trail Road, and a significant industrial base. That combination produces a high volume of DUI, drug, domestic battery, and traffic-related arrests relative to its population size.
Where Arrests Typically Occur in Addison
Addison generates one of the higher per-capita volumes of criminal arrests among DuPage County communities. Its commercial corridors, industrial zones, and Cook County border all contribute to a distinct and active enforcement profile.
Lake Street — Route 20
Lake Street is Addison's primary east-west commercial corridor and the single largest source of criminal arrests in the village. It runs the full length of Addison from the Cook County border to the western village limits and is lined with bars, restaurants, liquor stores, and commercial businesses. The Addison Police Department conducts active DUI enforcement on Lake Street, particularly on Thursday through Saturday nights. DUI stops, disorderly conduct arrests, battery charges, and drug stops on Lake Street are among the most common charges that Addison residents face at the Wheaton courthouse.
Army Trail Road
Army Trail Road runs east-west through Addison's northern residential and industrial zones and connects to Carol Stream and Bloomingdale to the west. It is an active enforcement corridor for DUI stops, suspended license enforcement, and traffic-related charges. Stops on Army Trail Road near the Cook County border can raise jurisdiction questions if the precise arrest location is close to the village limits.
Addison Industrial Corridor
Addison has one of the larger concentrations of light manufacturing, warehousing, and industrial facilities in DuPage County. The industrial zones along Fullerton Avenue, Swift Road, and the areas between Lake Street and Army Trail Road generate drug possession charges, weapon charges discovered during traffic stops, and theft-related offenses. Commercial vehicle stops in the industrial corridor occasionally result in DUI charges involving CDL holders, which carry enhanced license consequences beyond standard DUI penalties.
Rohlwing Road and Route 53
Rohlwing Road and Route 53 are north-south corridors through central Addison and active enforcement zones for DUI stops and suspended license charges. Late-night traffic stops on these routes after bar hours generate a consistent volume of cases filed at the Wheaton courthouse.
Residential Neighborhoods
Domestic battery and order of protection violations generate a high volume of residential arrests in Addison relative to other DuPage communities. Addison's dense residential neighborhoods and large household sizes contribute to a higher-than-average rate of domestic battery calls responded to by Addison PD. These charges carry mandatory no-contact orders that take immediate effect upon arrest, often removing the accused from their home before any court proceeding.
Where Addison Criminal Cases Are Heard
All criminal charges arising in Addison are filed in the DuPage County Circuit Court — the 18th Judicial Circuit — in Wheaton. McMahon Law Offices has practiced at this courthouse exclusively for over two decades.
DuPage County Circuit Court
- Address: 505 N. County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187
- Phone: (630) 407-8700
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Circuit: 18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois
- Prosecuting Office: DuPage County State's Attorney's Office
- Distance from Addison: Approximately 10 miles west via Lake Street or Army Trail Road to County Farm Road
Bond court convenes the morning following arrest. If you or a family member was arrested in Addison overnight, the first court appearance is typically the following morning in Wheaton. Having an attorney present at bond court can significantly affect the conditions of release, including the bond amount and any no-contact or travel restrictions the judge imposes.
Addison's eastern border runs along the Cook County line. If your arrest occurred on or near Lake Street or Army Trail Road at the eastern edge of the village, your case may be in Cook County Circuit Court rather than DuPage. Your arrest report and bond paperwork will identify the county. Contact us and we will confirm jurisdiction before you take any steps.
Law Enforcement in Addison
Criminal arrests in Addison are made primarily by the Addison Police Department, which maintains active patrol across the village's commercial corridors, industrial zones, and residential neighborhoods. The DuPage County Sheriff's Department has county-wide jurisdiction and supports local enforcement in larger operations. Knowing which agency made the arrest matters because documentation procedures and available evidence differ between agencies, affecting the defense strategy your attorney can apply to your case.
Addison Police Department
- Address: 3 Friendship Plaza, Addison, IL 60101
- Non-Emergency: (630) 543-3080
- Jurisdiction: Village of Addison
DuPage County Sheriff
- Address: 501 N. County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187
- Phone: (630) 407-2000
- Jurisdiction: Unincorporated DuPage County and county-wide enforcement support
Frequently Asked Questions
My arrest happened in Addison but my court date is in Wheaton. Is that correct?
Yes, provided your arrest occurred within the DuPage County portion of Addison. All DuPage County felony and misdemeanor cases are heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court at 505 N. County Farm Rd in Wheaton. Addison has no criminal courthouse of its own. The drive from Addison to Wheaton is approximately 10 miles west via Lake Street or Army Trail Road. If your arrest occurred near the eastern border with Cook County, verify the county on your paperwork before proceeding.
I have a CDL and was arrested for DUI in Addison. Is that different from a standard DUI?
Yes, significantly. Commercial driver's license holders face federal and state consequences for a DUI that go well beyond what standard license holders face. Under federal law, a CDL holder convicted of DUI — even in a personal vehicle — faces a one-year disqualification from operating a commercial vehicle for a first offense and a lifetime disqualification for a second. Illinois state law imposes additional CDL-specific consequences. If you hold a CDL and were arrested for DUI in Addison, contact us immediately. The statutory summary suspension clock starts running at arrest and the petition to rescind must be filed within a strict deadline.
I was arrested near the Cook County border on Lake Street. How do I know which county my case is in?
Look at your arrest report and any bond paperwork you received. It will identify the county where the arrest occurred. If the paperwork says DuPage County or references the 18th Judicial Circuit, your case is in Wheaton. If it says Cook County, your case is filed in Cook County Circuit Court at a different courthouse. If you are uncertain, call us with your case number or paperwork and we will confirm jurisdiction immediately.
What happens to my driver's license after a DUI arrest in Addison?
An Illinois DUI arrest triggers an automatic statutory summary suspension if you refused the breathalyzer or tested at or above the legal limit. The suspension takes effect 46 days after arrest and is entirely separate from any criminal penalties. You have the right to petition the court to rescind the suspension, but that petition must be filed promptly. Contact us immediately after a DUI arrest to preserve this option — particularly if you hold a CDL, where the consequences are significantly more severe.
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