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 prohibits talking on a cellphone in certain places (in all places for drivers younger than 19). Illinois also bans all drivers from using an “electronic communication device."

Illinois's Speeding Law and Ticket 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

Motorists must come to a complete stop at a red light or stop sign in Illinois. If you get caught running a stop sign or red light, you’ll typically be looking at a fine and points on your driving record.

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 vehicle (CMV) being driven.