Licensing & Violation Solutions for Illinois Automotive Dealerships, Autobody Repairers and Rebuilders, Auto Parts Recyclers

McCarthy Byrnes is a premier automotive consulting firm specializing in car dealership licensing, compliance audits, and violation management throughout Illinois. Our Automobile Licensing Solutions team, led by retired Secretary of State Police Director Elmer Garza, brings over 25 years of regulatory expertise to help automotive dealerships navigate complex state requirements with confidence. We work closely with your attorney to ensure full legal protection and compliance at every step.

Running an automotive business in Illinois means navigating complex regulations under 625 ILCS 5/5-301. Whether you’re an autobody repairer, rebuilder, or auto parts recycler, compliance isn’t optional—it’s essential.

At McCarthy Byrnes, we provide end-to-end support for licensing, compliance, and violation defense. Our services include:

• Dealer Licensing Assistance – From application to plot plan surveys.
• Compliance Systems Setup – Record-keeping, inventory tracking, and essential parts documentation.
• Violation Defense & Expert Witness Services – Strategic guidance and authoritative testimony for litigation.

Expert Witness Services

When your dealership faces legal challenges, experience matters. Our team brings decades of investigative and regulatory expertise to support your legal defense. We help:

• Analyze investigative reports and compliance gaps.
• Prepare documentation and testimony that stands up in court.
• Advise on corrective actions to prevent future violations.

Our experts have worked alongside law enforcement and regulatory agencies, giving your legal team the insight needed to navigate complex cases.

Licensing & Compliance by Category

Automotive Dealership Licensing Assistance

• Step-by-step guidance through every phase of the licensing process.
• Documentation preparation and submission to meet Illinois requirements.
• Training sessions for dealership staff on licensing best practices.

Autobody Repairers

• Complete dealer licensing process, including application and plot plan survey.
• Implement record-keeping systems for vehicles under repair.
• Train staff on compliance requirements to avoid costly violations

Autobody Rebuilders

• Licensing assistance and plot plan survey.
• Inventory and record systems for rebuilt vehicles and essential parts.
• Guidance on salvage/junking certificates and their role in compliance.

Automotive Parts Recyclers

• Licensing and application support.
• Vehicle tracking systems for dismantling operations.
• Invoice compliance for essential parts sales.
• Documentation for vehicle disposal and ownership verification.

Common Illinois Violations We Help Resolve

 Our compliance experts work with Illinois Vehicle Code attorneys to defend and restore compliance. Common violations include:

Failure to transfer title within 20 days – 625 ILCS 5/3-113(a)

Failure to maintain dealer plate log – 625 ILCS 5/3-605

Unlicensed dealer activity – 625 ILCS 5/5-301

• Failure to maintain records (Essential Parts) 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2 (a)(2)
• Failure to maintain records (Junk Vehicles) 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2 (a)(3
• Failure to maintain records (Rebuilt Vehicles)
• Failure to maintain records (No separate log entries)
• Failure to maintain records (Acquisition/Disposition) 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2(c)
• Failure to maintain records (Failure to inspect vehicles) 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2(d)
• Failure to maintain records (Documentary evidence- vehicles or essential parts) 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2(f)
• Failure to maintain an inventory system 625 ILCS 5/5-403.1- Failure to maintain an inventory system

Why Work With Us?

• Decades of Industry Experience
• Proven Compliance Strategies
• Expert Witness Support
• Customized Solutions for Your Business

Ready to protect your dealership?

Contact us today for a consultation and ensure your business stays compliant, secure, and prepared.