Donald Ramsell | Wheaton Criminal Lawyer
Donald John Ramsell
When Everyone Else Is On Your Back, We Are On Your Side
Criminal, Traffic, DUI-DWI, White Collar Crime, Felony
http://www.illinois-criminal-defense-attorney.com
- Law Office: Ramsell & Associates, LLC
- Law School: DePaul University College of Law, J.D. 1984
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- Licensed: 41 years
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introduction
Donald J. Ramsell is the only Illinois DUI defense attorney to appear and argue on an Illinois DUI case before the United States Supreme Court in its entire 213 years of existence.
In 2008, Donald Ramsell began hearings ordered by the Illinois Supreme Court regarding the validity and reliability of the police field sobriety test known as 'horizontal gaze nystagmus'. This issue is being carefully followed by prosecutors, judges, and DUI Defense Attorneys across the country.
In 2007, Ramsell was nominated and recognized as a Sustaining Member of the National College for DUI Defense.
In 2006, Ramsell successfully fought and obtained orders compelling the ISP Breath Testing Section to begin downloading and turning over the internal memory of the breath testing machines, which has revealed numerous errors in breath testing equipment being used across Illinois.
In 2005, Chicago Magazine named Donald Ramsell an "Illinois Super Lawyer". He has been so identified again in 2006 2007 and 2009.
Also in 2005, Donald Ramsell became the first Illinois attorney ever to become Board Certified in the area of DUI Defense under the Bar Association's standards, through the National College for DUI Defense.
In 2004, the Chicago Sun Times identified Mr. Ramsell as one of the top 5 DUI Defense Attorneys in the State of Illinois.
In 1999, after a two year investigation, Ramsell discovered that the Department of Public Health had failed to perform critical testing on breath testing equipment, causing test results to be suppressed across the state. Later that same year, the IDPH was forced to turn over control of the entire program to the State Police.
In 1998, Ramsell successfully proved that the Intoxilyzer 5000 (Series 6400 and 6600) breath testing instrument software had been rigged to produce false negative air blank results, causing all breath tests using that model to become inadmissible in the State of Illinois.
In 1988, Ramsell discovered that the statewide breath testing program was falsifying testing documents, again causing thousands of tests to become suspect.
In 1986, Donald J. Ramsell discovered that the statewide breath testing program was using questionable procedures in certifying breathalyzers, causing thousands of tests to become disputed, and forcing immediate changes in the program.
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Experience
Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
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Owner | Ramsell & Associates, LLC | Wheaton, Illinois | 1986 - Present |
Partner | Behan Ramsell PLLC | 2017 - 2017 |
Education
School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
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DePaul University College of Law | J.D. | Law School | 1984 |
Loyola University | B.S. | Criminal Justice | 1981 |
Admission
State / Court | Date |
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Arizona | 2017 |
Wisconsin | 1989 |
Illinois | 1984 |
Associations
- U.S. Supreme Court Historical Society
National Association of Bar Presidents
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
National College of DUI Defense (Sustaining Membership Awarded - July 2007)
Illinois State Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
Kane County Bar Association
Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Association of trial Lawyers of America
Illinois trial Lawyers Association
American Bar Association
Honors & Awards
- Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2017
Illinois Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2016
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Thomson Reuters | 2015
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2014
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2013
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2012
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2011
Illinois Super Lawyer - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2010
Dean's Award | National College For DUI Defense | 2010
Gas Chromatography Testing | Axion Analytical Laboratories | 2009
Illinois Super Lawyers - DUI | Illinois Super Lawyers | 2009
Board Certification in DUI Defense | National College for DUI Defense | 2005
Certified Instructor Field Sobriety Testing | LaPier and Associates | 2001
Outstanding Author | DuPage County Bar Association | 1989
Cases
DUPAGE COUNTY DRUG CRIME DEFENSE LAWYERS
When You Are Facing Illinois Drug Crimes Charges Everyone makes mistakes in life. Unfortunately, if that mistake involves drugs, you are in for serious trouble. You need the strongest possible defense to make sure you don not lose years of your life to the criminal justice system. A conviction on drug charges-possession or sale of marijuana, cocaine, meth, steroids, amphetamines, prescription drugs, or ecstasy-can end a school career or work career. You can lose your professional license. Avoid the Harsh Consequences of Drug Charges If you are facing drug charges of any kind, from simple possession or possession with intent to deliver to trafficking, conspiracy, distribution, or drug manufacturing, you need an experienced Illinois drug crimes defense lawyer. The defense firm of Ramsell & Associates, LLC, has been representing people charged with Illinois drug crimes for more than 30 years. That is experience that works in your favor. Contact the drug defense lawyers at Ramsell & Associates, LLC, for your defense. Call 630-256-8001. Our law firm can assist you with the following drug crime charges: Drug Possession Drug Sales Drug Manufacturing and Intent to Deliver Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Every client at Ramsell & Associates, LLC, is provided with a thorough and aggressive defense to ensure their rights are protected. Careful investigation of your case, thorough preparation, and effective defense are the hallmarks of the firm. In every Illinois drug charge, attorneys always examine police conduct for possible violations of your rights with unlawful search and seizure. If the case against you is strong, your Ramsell & Associates, LLC, DuPage County drug crimes defense attorney will work to minimize the long-term consequences and negative impact on your life. The firm's defense lawyers work to get charges reduced and to create opportunities for alternative sentencing, such as treatment programs, probation, and community service. We offer free consultations at our conveniently located office in Naperville. We also have offices in Wheaton and in St. Charles or Rolling Meadows by appointment.
Publications
- Thomson West publication | Illinois DUI Law and Practice Guidebook | 2017
National College for DUI Defense Winter Session | Putting it all together - A DUI case study | 2017
DuPage Bar CLE | DUI Defense 101 | 2017
Cook County Public Defender Nutshell | Basic DUI Defense | 2017
Thomson Reuters | Illinois DUI Law and Practice Guidebook | 2014
Mastering Scientific Evidence | Mock DUI Trial Defense Lawyer | 2014
Mastering Scientific Evidence | Cross-Examining Blood Experts | 2013
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section | Defending Refusals in DUI Cases | 2012
Thomson Reuters | Illinois DUI Law & Practice Guidebook | 2012
Intoxication Test Evidence (West) | Nystagmus Testing for Alcohol and Drugs | 2011
ISBA Traffic Law Newsletter | Defending Refusals in DUI Jury Trials | 2011
NCDD Winter Meeting | DUI Case Highlights | 2011
Illinois Traffic Law Seminar | Issues in Illinois Drugged Driving | 2011
Illinois Traffic Court Conference | Drugged Driving Issues in Illinois | 2011
DUI Traffic law Seminar | Beat Field Sobriety Test in Illinois | 2011
Advanced OVI Seminar | Trying a Breath Test Case on a Shoe String Budget | 2011
Representing a DWI Defendant in New York from Arraignment to Disposition | DWI Test Defenses for Field Sobriety | 2010
Illinois Traffic Court Conference | Breath Testing Issues in Illinois - Science and Law | 2010
Illinois DUI and Traffic Law Seminar | Issues in Illinois DUI Drug Cases | 2010
Defending DUI Cases | Mock DUI Jury Trial | 2010
Arkansas DUI Defense Seminar | Closing Arguments in DUI Cases | 2010
Thomson West publication | Illinois DUI Law & Practice Guidebook | 2010
Thomson West publication | Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence | 2009
National DUI Seminar | Interlock Ignition Devices | 2009
National DUI Seminar | Sixth Amendment DUI Evidence | 2009
Cook County Public Defenders Conference | Attacking the Breathalyzer | 2009
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers | Mock DWI Trial Defense | 2008
Illinois DUI and Traffic Seminar | Illinois MDDP Law | 2008
Michigan DUI Seminar | DUI Jury Trial Techniques | 2007
IICLE DUI Seminar | Illinois Field Sobriety Tests | 2007
ISBA Traffic Law Seminar | Illinois DUI Defense | 2006
IICLE | DUI FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING CHAPTER | 2004
DUI Defense | Illinois DUI Defense | 2003
Dupage County Bar Briefs | Recent Developments in Illinois DUI Law | 1999
DWI Law & Science Journal | Cross-Examination of the Breath Alcohol Test Operator: Impeaching Testimony of the Observation-Period Requirement | 1988
Office Hours
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Verified Credentials | Date Verified |
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(2017) Licensed as Attorney in Arizona. Verified with State Bar of Arizona. | September 06, 2017 |
(1984) Licensed as Attorney in Illinois. Verified with Illinois State Bar Association. | August 31, 2010 |
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Legal Articles
Using the Confrontation Clause to Win DUI Cases (2010-09-22 09:51:28)
Any defense attorney practicing in the DUI area should be very familiar with Crawford, and keep a copy in hand for the judge. Until someone declares yet another exception to the Constitution for DUI cases, this new U.S. Supreme Court decision is extremely important in the DUI field.
Illinois DUI Penalties - 2009 (2010-09-22 10:07:08)
2008-2009 Illinois DUI Penalties Chart (For offenses after June 1, 2008)
40 Ways to Beat an Illinois DUI (2010-09-22 10:09:10)
Ramsell & Associates, LLC has used each and every one of the below items to successfully defend clients against DUI charges over the past 19 years:
Choosing an Illinois DUI Attorney (2010-09-22 10:14:51)
There are many, many attorneys who wrongfully claim to be 'experts' in representing DUI clients. In my opinion, asking these self-proclaimed DUI lawyers the below questions are a good start to that process.
The Penalties for Illinois DUI Laws and Arrests in 2011 Have Increased Again (2011-01-05 09:53:51)
The following Illinois DUI Sentences Guide is helpful, but caution should be employed. Consult with a knowledgeable Illinois DUI Attorney such as Ramsell and Associates, LLC to determine which DUI law applies to a particular DUI case.
New Illinois DUI and Illinois Traffic Laws for 2011 (2011-05-02 07:44:17)
New Illinois DUI and Illinois Traffic Laws for 2011. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that where traffic signals are not in place, vehicles must stop and yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk rather than yielding the right-of-way by slowing down or stopping if need be.
Every lawyers Guide to DUI Law (2017-09-18 19:40:46)
A basic primer on DUI law for the attorney who does not specialize in DUI law.
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