Chicago DUI lawyer knows exactly how much a picture is worth in a DUI case

This Chicago DUI lawyer has posted here and here on the significance of having video in DUI cases. Today, former Blackhawk player Chris Chelios had his DUI charge dismissed after the judge reviewed the video.

April 7, Chicago, IL

A DuPage County judge has dropped DUI charges against former Blackhawks star Chris Chelios.

Dashboard cam video from the Westmont Police Department recorded the traffic stop back on December 28.

Chelios refused to take a breath test. But the officer said Chelios had bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a strong odor of alcohol.

After watching the tape, the judge ruled that police lacked probable caused to arrest Chelios for DUI. He did plead guilty to speeding and improper lane usage.

Finally, a judge willing to stand up and recognize that an odor of alcohol doesn’t mean a person is impaired and most importantly, a picture is worth a thousand words.