Woodstock is the McHenry County seat, which means a Woodstock arrest and the county's main courthouse sit in the same town. If you were arrested or ticketed in Woodstock, your case will be heard at the Michael J. Sullivan Judicial Center at 2200 N. Seminary Avenue (Route 47) in Woodstock, the home of the 22nd Judicial Circuit. Stavros Law Offices defends criminal and DUI charges for people in Woodstock and across McHenry County. Our attorneys are both former Lake County Assistant State's Attorneys, with about 20 and 15+ years of experience. See our attorney profiles to learn more.
What Happens After a Woodstock Arrest
Your ticket or release papers list the courtroom and date; confirm with the Circuit Clerk or call our office. Missing a court date can lead to a warrant, so if you are unsure of your date, contact the Circuit Clerk's Criminal and Traffic office at the courthouse or call us.
Woodstock DUI Charges
A DUI arrest brings both a court case and a possible license suspension. The suspension starts on the 46th day after notice, and you have 90 days to ask the court to rescind it. The criminal charge is usually a Class A misdemeanor, but a prior DUI, a revoked license or a serious crash can make it a felony. Learn the details on our DUI defense, summary suspension and McHenry County DUI pages.
Other Charges We Defend in Woodstock
We defend retail theft, battery, domestic violence, drug and weapons charges, driving on a suspended license, and felonies. See our criminal defense overview and McHenry County criminal defense page.
Why Early Legal Help Matters
Evidence such as video and breath-test records can be lost over time, and key deadlines run early. A prompt call lets us request records, speak with the prosecutor, and plan your defense before the first hearing. Questions about the broader process are answered in what happens after an arrest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the McHenry County courthouse in Woodstock?
Yes. The Michael J. Sullivan Judicial Center, 2200 N. Seminary Avenue (Route 47), Woodstock, IL 60098, is where all 22nd Judicial Circuit court appearances are held.
Which courtroom will my Woodstock case be heard in?
Your ticket or release papers list the courtroom and date; confirm with the Circuit Clerk or call our office. Assignments can change, so always confirm.
Do I need a lawyer for a first DUI in Woodstock?
A first DUI is still a criminal charge with license consequences. A lawyer can challenge the stop and testing, handle the suspension hearing, and explore options such as supervision where the law allows.
Can you help if I only got a traffic ticket in Woodstock?
Possibly. Some tickets can lead to supervision or license consequences, so call us before you pay or plead. We will tell you whether we can take it.
Talk to Our Team
Call (847) 520-4810 (our phone line is available 24/7) or request a free consultation online. Our office is at 433 N. Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, open Monday–Friday 9–5 and closed Saturday. Bilingual staff can assist; se habla español.
This page is general information about Illinois law, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different, no lawyer can guarantee a result, and past results do not predict future outcomes.