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Every single year, thousands of Illinoisans are arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If convicted, the ramifications of a DUI charge can be significant. Not only will the convicted party face Class A Misdemeanor charges, potential jail time, and serious fines, the mark on their criminal record could come with far-reaching implications. If you are going through a divorce, a DUI charge could come with serious consequences, especially if you are fighting for significant child custody time. Below we will discuss just a few of the ways in which a DUI conviction can impact you during your child custody case.
The Impact of a Conviction
If your divorce is being decided through litigation, a number of issues will be out of your control. For instance, the ultimate custody outcome will be decided in large part based on the judge’s understanding of each parent’s level of engagement and responsibility. Recognizing this, here are a few ways in which a DUI conviction could sway a judge’s opinion.
Everyone knows that the divorce process can be an incredibly stressful time in a person's life. Not only can separating from a person you once loved come with a wide array of emotions, but a divorce will leave you to resolve a number of issues during the divorce process. All that being said, it is not uncommon for people to take costly missteps during the divorce process. If you are 
After a divorce is finalized, most parties feel a certain level of relief. Officially starting a new life independent of your partner is the start of something new but it can come with some unforeseen challenges. In many cases, a recently divorced person will be mandated to pay child support to their former spouse. If one is unable to consistently make their payments in full and on time, they could face serious consequences. If you are unable or unwilling to pay your child support payments, it may be time to look into modifying the payment plan. For more information on what steps to take to 
Today divorce is incredibly common throughout the United States. While the vast majority of divorces can be finalized fairly seamlessly, some divorces can be highly contested. Unfortunately, some divorces even become violent. If you believe that your spouse may cause physical harm to you or your children, it is time to act. Domestic abuse has become a monumental issue nationwide, and in order to ensure that you and your family are properly protected, you need to pursue legal action. Below we will discuss how you can secure an 
When a couple elects to get a divorce, the process can be incredibly emotionally challenging. This is especially true when children are involved in divorce. Not only are parents looking to ensure that the divorce will not jeopardize their financial security, but they are also looking to gain significant custodial privileges. Due to changes to child custody laws in the state of Illinois, there is no longer a sole-custody parent. That being said, one parent can be awarded the vast majority of custodial time, leaving the other parent with less time with their children and in many cases a child support payment plan. In order to ensure that you secure the 
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