People v. Peruscini

The State appeals from an order entered by the circuit court of Du Page County dismissing traffic violation charges against defendant, Robert P. Peruscini, on due process grounds. The State contends that the trial court was without authority to do so and that defendant’s due process rights were not violated. We reverse and remand.

Defendant was charged by complaint with driving under the influence of alcohol (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1987, ch. 95½, par. 11 — 501(a)(2)), as well as improper lane usage and failure to wear a seatbelt. Defendant was arraigned, and his case was set for trial on June 16,…