Illinois

Illinois’s Teen Driver’s License and Insurance Requirements

Teen driving in Illinois: How the state's graduated licensing system works and the insurance requirements for all drivers

Illinois’s Distracted Driving (Cell Phones & Texting) Laws and Penalties

Illinois has two statutes that cover distracted driving. The first statute bans talking on a cellphone entirely for underage drivers (underage age 19) and in certain places for all drivers. The second statute bans all motorists from using an “electronic communication device” while driving. Learn about the specifics of these laws and the penalties you'll face for a conviction.

Illinois Speeding Tickets, Fines, and Penalties

Illinois has two types of speeding laws: a “basic speeding law” and “absolute limits.” Read about how these speeding laws work and the costs of a speeding ticket in Illinois.

Red Light and Stop Sign Tickets in Illinois

If you get caught running a stop sign or red light in Illinois, you’ll typically be looking at a fine and points on your driving record. This article gives an overview of what the law prohibits and some of the specific consequences of a stop sign or red light violation.

Driving Without a Valid (or on a Suspended) License in Illinois

What does it mean to drive without a license in Illinois? Driving without a license can refer to three scenarios: unlicensed driving, not possessing your license, and driving on a suspended license.

Illinois’s Traffic Violation Point System

Illinois, like most states, uses a point system to track drivers. Under that system each point serves as a demerit, and the more you get, the more likely it is that you will have your license suspended or even revoked for good.

Illinois’s Commercial Driver’s License Laws

Obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) in Illinois requires passage of a skills and knowledge test based upon the type of commercial motor vehicles (CMV) being driven. Federal law requires that CDL drivers crossing state lines must be 21 years of age. Commercial drivers that operate solely within the state must be 18.

Illinois’s Child Safety Seat and Seatbelt Laws

What type of seat is appropriate for your child in Illinois? What does the law say and what are the penalties for a violation?