Illinois Appellate Court
Criminal Court
Sentencing
Defendant convicted of aggravated driving under the influence and sentenced to six years of imprisonment. The appellate court vacated and remanded for re-sentencing, finding the trial court committed clear error when the sole aggravating factor considered during sentencing was a factor inherent in the offense. Trial court also erred when it allowed victim impact statements not authorized by the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. (DAUGHERITY and SCHMIDT, concurring)