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Caught Driving on a Suspended License in Illinois? | 625 ILCS 5/6-303 Penalties Explained (2026)

Think driving on a suspended or revoked license in Illinois is just a ticket? Think again. Under Illinois Statute 625 ILCS 5/6-303, penalties escalate rapidly with every subsequent arrest. In this video, we break down the "Penalty Spiral"—from Class A misdemeanors to non-probationable Class 2 felonies. Whether your suspension is due to a DUI, unpaid tolls, or a summary suspension, you need to know what you’re up against in 2026. [00:00:00] Intro: The "Hidden" Felony [00:00:45] Level 1: The First Offense (Class A Misdemeanor) [00:01:07] The DUI Clause (6-303c) [00:01:31] Level 2: The Second Offense (The Felony Threshold) [00:01:40] Scenario A: Administrative Reasons (6-303a) [00:01:55] Scenario B: The DUI/Serious Offense Path (Class 4 Felony) [00:02:18] Level 3: The "Point of No Return" (3rd to 15th Offense) [00:02:49] The "Multiplier" Factors [00:02:53] Reckless Homicide (6-303 b-5) [00:03:07] The Plate Seizure (6-303 c-2) [00:03:17] Accidents (6-303 a-3) [00:03:28] Conclusion & Next Steps Driving on a suspended or revoked license. In Illinois, the severity of your charge depends on the reason for your original suspension and your prior record: First Conviction: Typically a Class A Misdemeanor (Up to 364 days in jail; $2,500 fine). DUI-Related Suspension: Mandatory minimum of 10 days in jail or 30 days of community service. Subsequent Convictions: Can escalate to Class 4, Class 3, or even Class 2 Felonies. Mandatory Prison: Once you reach the 10th-14th offense range, probation is often off the table. Illinois Vehicle Code: 625 ILCS 5/6-303 DUI Mandatory Minimums: 625 ILCS 5/6-303(c) Reckless Homicide Enhancements: 625 ILCS 5/6-303(b-5) ✅ Subscribe for more deep dives into Illinois traffic and criminal law. 💬 Comment Below: Have questions about the Illinois Secretary of State hearing process? Let us know. Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently; always consult with a qualified Illinois traffic attorney regarding your specific case. Driving on a suspended license in Illinois, 625 ILCS 5/6-303 penalties, Illinois revoked license felony, DWLS Illinois, DWLR Illinois, mandatory jail time in Illinois traffic, DUI suspension penalties in Illinois, can you go to prison for driving on a suspended license in Illinois? 👉 Website: https://chicagopremierattorney.com 👉 Facebook:   / chicagopremierattorney   👉 Instagram:   / chicagopremierattorney   👉 X: https://x.com/mitchfurmanlaw #ChicagoLawyer #CriminalDefense #AttorneyMitchFurman #IllinoisLaw #duilawyer #SuspendedLicense #TrafficCourt #DUI #625ILCS #CriminalDefense #IllinoisDriverLicense #LegalAdvice