Speeding is a leading cause of auto accidents in Illinois. Aggravated speeding is an additional level of reckless driving that can result in life-changing consequences for everyone involved. If you have been charged with aggravated speeding, how far above the speed limit you were going when the officer clocked your speed will determine how you are charged. To better understand the charges against you and your options for challenging them, you should speak to an experienced Aurora, IL criminal traffic violation defense attorney as soon as possible.
How Is Aggravated Speeding Defined in Illinois?
Illinois Statute 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5 categorizes aggravated speeding as either a Class B or Class A misdemeanor. If you were driving between 26 and 34 miles per hour in excess of the speed limit when you were caught, you could be charged with a Class B misdemeanor. If your speed exceeded 35 miles per hour over the speed limit, the charge could be a Class A misdemeanor, which carries harsher penalties.