Legal Eagles is a talk radio program whose creator and host is William Pelarenos, a retired police officer, author and nationally recognized, award-winning DUI expert.

Pelarenos created "Legal Eagles" in order to inform listeners of the workings of law enforcement and the criminal justice system.  Now in its fifth season, the show covers all aspects of the legal system from traffic cases to murder cases. Special focus is given to the topic of alcohol- and drug-related DUI issues, cases and laws. Guests include attorneys, physicians, nurses, toxicologists, and police officers. 2023 is a highly unusual and challenging year for the entire legal system and William brings on guests that help listeners sort it all out.

Tune in to "Legal Eagles"  Most programs air live and listeners are encouraged to call in with their questions for the experts; the number is 877-711-5611. Find the broadcast episodes below. Questions or Comments about DUI - Contact William Pelarenos directly at (708) 793-3980

Also visit williampelarenos.com and policeproject1.com

ABOUT THE HOST

William Pelarenos is a nationally recognized DUI expert witness and standardized field sobriety testing instructor. During his distinguished career as a police officer, his role on a three-man Cook County-wide DUI enforcement unit effected arrests throughout 21 townships, 132 suburbs, and the city of Chicago.  He taught standardized field sobriety testing and DUI enforcement to hundreds of police officers, including suburban police departments, Chicago Police Department, Cook County sheriffs, and the state troopers from the Illinois State Police. He has also held DUI seminars for attorneys. An expert on the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, standardized field sobriety testing, Illinois administrative code, and the Illinois Vehicle Code, Pelarenos is sure to answer your questions with the utmost authority. He is also the former host of the television talk show "The DUI Expert" on the Total Living Network.

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ARCHIVED shows

William Pelarenos explains BAC levels in Illinois DUI cases as well as the summary suspension of driving privileges. Illinois warning to motorist, breathalyzer tests, or blood/urine tests.

William Pelarenos hosts “Legal Eagles: Black Wednesday Show” with Attorney James B. Murphy and the hosts of “Bell and Company” Mario J. Bell and Libby

William Pelarenos hosts “Legal Eagles: Black Wednesday Show” with Attorney James B. Murphy and the hosts of “Bell and Company” Mario J. Bell and Libby

The Multiformat Network highlights “Legal Eagles” episode that originally aired on July 3. 2016 in which William Pelarenos interviewed a man who spied for the United States Government during the cold war. Werner Jeretzko, is the guest, who is also the author of “Years Without Hope,” in which details his espionage activities and his capture and torture by the Soviets.

Season 8

September 2023

The Multiformat Network highlights “Legal Eagles” Episode that aired on July 9th 2016 in which William Pelarenos interviewed retired FBI Agent Terrance Hake, who is the author of “Operation Greylord",” which chronicles him going under cover and recording corrupt judges who fixed criminal cases in Cook County, Illinois in the early 1980’s.

9-6-23 Retired DC Federal Judge Stephen McGuire Discusses DC Cases and his 2 Fiction Novels. 

August 2023

Host William Pelarenos on this episode continues his discussion in part 2 of a interview with a real life Ghostbuster. As they continue to talk on how Paranormal Investigations end up in the legal courts.

Host William Pelarenos on this episode talks with a real life Ghostbuster in part 1 of a two part interview discussing real life ghost hunting with legal hurdles.

Host William Pelarenos on this episode Answers Listener's DUI Questions

Host William Pelarenos on this episode discusess Crime Scene Tech Discusses Homicide and Suicide Cases.

July 2023

Host William Pelarenos on this episode talks about Plea Bargains in the Federal and State Courts.

Host William Pelarenos on this episode has guest Attorney Danielle Ruffatto for a discussion that fouces on Domestic Violence. Causes and Orders of Protection

Host William Pelarenos on this episode focuses on problems with the US Postal Service. Including mail thefts, armed robberies of postal workers and fraudulent cashing of stolen checks.

June 2023

Host William Pelarenos on this episode has a Two-part discussion focused on the shootings/killings in Chicago and Suburbs. Second half of the discussion is focused on Reckless Drivers & Hit-n-Run crashes with Mario J Bell and Liz Bombay

Host William Pelarenos has a Army Veteran on to discuss his combat experience in the Afghanistan War & the prosecutions of military service members under the Uniform Code Of Military Justice.

Host William Pelarenos discusses Fentanyl and Narcan, the dangers and benefits w/ Guest Dr. Terri Collins.

MAY 2023

Bill is back for another great season of Legal Eagles! This episode he goes over statutory summary suspension in Illinois.

Season 7

November 2022

Host William Pelarenos & Guest Attorney Steve Fagan focuses on Driving Under The Influence of Drugs or Cannabis. Also call in questions cover CDL Truck Drivers charged w/ DUI and Expungements.

Host William Pelarenos discuss Domestic Violence & Orders of Protection Guest Attorney Steve Fagan. And the low burden of proof needed for prosecutors to bring charges against any individual.

Host William Pelarenos discusses mail box and postal theft. As well as an interview with Guest Dr. Collins who brings her drug counseling expertise, along with guest “Jennifer” who joins the show to talk about the dangers of heroin addiction and serving time in a State Penitentiary for being convicted of a drug induced homicide.

October 2022

The discussion focuses on drivers charged with driving under the influence of drugs and/or intoxicating compounds. Attorney Steve Fagan Also explains the Illinois state statute regarding this DUI charge.

Guest is Defense Attorney Steve Fagan who discusses past trials including a reckless conduct case, a criminal trespass to O'Hare airport, a criminal sexual assault case involving a dental assistant and a statutory summary suspension case. Discussion also focuses on Government employees acquitted in court of DUI or other crimes but who also face disciplinary action such as suspension or termination even though they were found not guilty at trial. This includes police officers, firefighters, military and medical personnel.

Guest is Defense Attorney Steve Fagan who explains the importance of “Motions to Quash Arrest and Motions To Suppress Evidence” in DUI cases and other criminal cases that help an attorney to better argue the case.

Dr. Teri Collins is the guest and she brings her expertise in drug addiction prevention. Talking about the effects of Marijuana on underage users, especially teenagers. Discussion also focuses on illegal possession of Marijuana in Illinois.

Guest Attorney Steve Fagan, who discusses Gun related cases and issues in Illinois including FOID (Firearm Owners Identification) Cards, CCL (Conceal and Carry Licenses) and UUW (Unlawful Use of Weapons) cases

September 2022

Guest Dr. Collins brings her drug counseling expertise, along with guest “Jennifer” who joins the show to talk about the dangers of heroin addiction and how Jennifer recovered from it, after serving time in a State Penitentiary for being convicted of a drug induced homicide.

DUI expert witness William Pelarenos and attorney Steve Fagan discuss a recent Felony DUI trial in which expert witness testimony was used at trial. How an expert witness examines the evidence and educates the court on the proper protocol of dui enforcement as well as any errors and omissions in the field sobriety testing or chemical testing.

Attorney Steve Fagan discusses Blood Draws in DUI cases and cites several cases whereas defendants where charged with obstructing police cases

Host of the show William Pelarenos and Defense Attorney Steve Fagan explain the complexities of DUI arrests and statutory summary suspension hearings