Master Illinois' Road Rules
Your complete guide to Illinois driving laws, traffic violations, and penalties - including Scott's Law and the point system.
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Speed Limits in Illinois
Illinois enforces speed limits that vary by road type and location, with interstates allowing up to 70 mph.
Residential Areas
30 mph in urban districts, 15 mph in alleys.
Interstates
70 mph on rural interstates, 55 mph on urban interstates and expressways.
Nighttime
55 mph nighttime speed limit on non-interstate highways.
School Zones
20 mph in school zones when children are present.
DUI Laws & Penalties
Illinois has a tiered DUI penalty system with mandatory minimums and administrative license sanctions.
BAC Limits
0.08% for drivers 21+, 0.04% for commercial. Zero tolerance for under 21.
First Offense
Up to 1 year in jail, up to $2,500 fine. Minimum 1-year license revocation.
Scott's Law
Move over or slow down for emergency vehicles. Violation: $10,000 fine and license suspension.
BAIID Device
Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device required for driving relief during suspension.
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Scott's Law & Emergency Vehicle Rules
Illinois enforces Scott's Law, one of the strictest move-over laws in the country - with fines up to $10,000 and potential felony charges for violations involving injury.
Move Over Law
When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with lights flashing, you must change lanes or slow down. Applies to police, fire, EMS, and tow trucks.
$10,000 Maximum Fine
Violating Scott's Law carries fines from $250 to $10,000. Second offense: $750 to $10,000 plus mandatory 100 hours of community service.
License Suspension
Scott's Law violations result in mandatory license suspension. A second violation within 2 years means suspension of up to 2 years.
Felony Charges
If a Scott's Law violation results in injury or death to an emergency worker, it becomes a felony with up to 3 years in prison.
Construction Zone Enhancement
Scott's Law penalties also apply in active construction zones with workers present. Fines double in these areas.
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Did you know?
Illinois' Scott's Law requires drivers to move over or slow down for emergency vehicles on the roadside. Violation can result in a $10,000 fine and license suspension - one of the strictest penalties in the country.
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