GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Illinois. Please note that GHSA does not compile any additional data on state laws other than what is presented in these pages. For more information, consult the appropriate State Highway Safety Office.
For a second year, the Illinois Department of Transportation received a grant from GHSA and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) to train law enforcement in recognizing drug-impaired driving.
When the Illinois Department of Transportation's Bureau of Safety Programs and Engineering received GHSA and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility's 2016 drugged driving grant, they planned to use the money to conduct 10 ARIDE classes in the state.
No bicycle helmet laws.
Universal helmet law repealed 1970.
Several hundred checkpoints are conducted each year. Their legality is upheld under federal Constitution.
4 years
81-86: renewal every 2 years
87 and over: renewal every year
75 and over: road test required
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 55 | 55 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 65 | 55 |
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|---|
| .16 | 6 months | After 30 days | Impoundment, vehicle confiscation |
Mandatory for all convictions
Under 8 yrs
8-15 yrs
Over 40 lbs in rear seat if only lap belt available
$75 ($200 for subsequent offenses)
