I was arrested for underage drinking is what the officer told me, yet i dont know the charge that I was given on the paper. Also if the officer used unesesarly violent force against me and failed to read me my rights upon arrest, does that help my case?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Being arrested for underage drinking has several consequences. If you were arrested, you were given a bond slip with a citation for the offense under which you were charged. This is the offense under which you are being charged and you can look up what the possible penalties are. Additionally, since you are underage, Illinois has a "zero tolerance" policy for minors and alcohol that may result in the Secretary of State suspending your driver's license (even if you were not driving at the time of the offense).
If the officer used unnecessary force, you should document your injuries through photos and documentation of hospital/treatment records.
Finally, if the officer did not give you your Miranda warnings, it may help your case related to any statements you may have made during your arrest.
You should contact an attorney to discuss your case.
Feel free to contact me at 773.791.9682 or www.bhattlaw.com to talk about your case.
Good luck
Purav Bhatt
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