Driving Under the Influence is defined as operating a motor vehicle while
impaired by alcohol, other drugs or intoxicating compounds and methamphetamine.
In Illinois, a driver is legally considered to be under the influence if he/she has a
blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or more, has used any illegal substance,
or is impaired by medication. A driver’s BAC is based on the ratio of alcohol to
blood or breath. However, an individual with a BAC between .05 and .08 may be
convicted of DUI if additional evidence determines that the driver was impaired. In
1997, the Illinois General Assembly passed legislation to lower the illegal BAC limit
from .10 to .08. Illinois was the 15th state to impose such a change. For further information, contact your Henderson County DUI Attorney or your Local DUI Attorney.
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