People v. Bishop

Following a September 2002 bench trial, defendant, Anthony Bishop, was convicted of driving under the influence of drugs (DUI) pursuant to section 11— 501(a)(6) of the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5/11—501(a)(6) (West 2000)) for a November 2001 automobile accident. Defendant appeals, arguing that (1) the State did not follow regulations when taking a urine sample; (2) the State failed to present evidence that the medication given to defendant in the course of treatment did not affect his urine sample; (3) the State failed to establish a sufficient chain of custody for the urine sample and…