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Traffic Court Attorney
Protecting Your License in Traffic Court
Traffic offenses may seem minor, but they can carry serious consequences—steep fines, higher insurance rates, and even loss of your license. Repeat offenses or aggravated charges like reckless driving or driving on a suspended license can quickly escalate into harsher penalties, including possible jail time.
Matthew Haiduk has extensive experience defending clients in Illinois traffic courts. From DUI to suspended licenses and other violations, he provides thorough preparation and aggressive advocacy to protect your record and ability to drive. With the right defense, you can fight charges and avoid long-term consequences.
DUI
Alcohol- and drug-related driving offenses.
Suspended License
Driving while license is suspended or revoked.
Reckless Driving
Serious violations with enhanced penalties.
Speeding Offenses
Aggravated speeding or repeat violations.
Traffic Accidents
Cases involving crashes or injury.
Book your free traffic court consultation today.
Arrested for DUI?
If you’ve been arrested for DUI, you’ve likely been warned about a possible driver’s license suspension. During the investigation, police should have read you a document called the Warning to Motorist, which explains when and for how long your license might be suspended. The exact length depends on three main factors:
Are you a first-time offender?
Did you take the blood, breath, or chemical test?
If you took the test, what were the results?
Will my license be suspended if I’m arrested for DUI?
Important: No matter how long the suspension is, it can be challenged. You or your attorney can file a Petition to Rescind asking the judge to prevent the suspension from starting, or to end it if it already has.
What to Expect When Matt Handles Your Case:
Traffic court moves quickly, but the consequences can last for years. A conviction may bring fines, points on your license, higher insurance rates, and even jail time depending on the offense. Many people assume they have no choice but to pay the ticket, but the right defense can change the outcome.
Success depends on having an experienced traffic court attorney who knows when to fight a case in court—and when a client may not even need one.
For Your Traffic Case, Choose Haiduk Law
Few attorneys bring the same focus to traffic court as Matthew Haiduk. With decades of criminal defense experience, he has represented clients in DUI cases, suspended license charges, reckless driving, and other serious traffic offenses throughout Illinois. His approach is built on preparation, strategy, and aggressive advocacy.
Every case is unique, but Matt’s defense is consistent—clear guidance, strong representation, and persistence at every stage of the process. When your license and record are on the line, you need a traffic court attorney you can rely on.
For petty, non-jailable tickets, you may not need a lawyer—but for DUI, suspended license, or repeat offenses, having experienced defense can make all the difference.