Many people think that the responsible choice when they are too impaired to drive is to pull over and “sleep it off.” Unfortunately, in some instances, that decision can result in DUI charges. The law does not just punish people for driving drunk; it also targets those who are considered to be in “actual physical control” of the vehicle while under the influence.
If you are sound asleep in the driver’s seat but your car keys are in the ignition or nearby, the police can interpret this as intent to drive. You must understand your rights in the event you are charged with DUI under one of these gray area situations. If you have already been charged with DUI when you were not driving (or in any other situation), the sooner you speak to a knowledgeable Naperville, IL DUI lawyer, the better your outcome is likely to be.