Most drivers in Illinois will get to keep their driver’s licenses after being cited for certain traffic offenses. The “Sign and Drive” law goes into effect Jan. 1.
It allows those receiving a citation to sign the document as a guarantee they will either pay the fine or appear in court. But Illinois State Trooper Ross Green says that’s not the case with all moving violations.
“We would take a driver’s license for the offenses of DUI, drag racing, anything that’s a Class A Misdemeanor, and considered a business offense.”
Green says the new rule could make for an easier traffic stop.
“A driver’s license is somebody’s main source of identification, and a lot of people like to keep that. They don’t really want to give it up because of a traffic citation.”
Green says motorists who do not comply with the terms of the citation will receive a second notice. Ignoring the terms a third time will lead to a suspension of driving privileges.