A Chicago police officer who has been accused of making false DUI arrests has been taken off the streets but will not face criminal charges.

The Cook County State’s Attorney has decided not to press criminal charges against Chicago police officer Richard Fiorito.  This decision comes after a lengthy investigation into allegations that he was making hundreds of false DUI arrests.

Allegedly, the officer would write false information into his police report about swerving and weaving.  Attorneys representing nearly 40 people arrested by Fiorito say that the officer created these charges.  In fact, these people say, the dash cam of the squad car shows exactly the opposite was true.

Several months ago, Fiorito was placed on administrative leave after video from his dash-cam was viewed and appeared to show inconsistencies with his reports.

There is a federal civil suit pending against the officer, and it will continue.

For more information about Illinois DUI laws, see 1800duilaws.com.  If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Illinois, please contact an attorney in your area.