Month: March 2018
Airports and Firearms: How to Stay Out of Trouble
Some firearms laws are complicated and hard to decipher, particularly as you travel from city to city and state to state. But there is one gun law that should be obvious to everyone: you should never try to carry a firearm through a TSA checkpoint, into a secured area of an airport, or onto a plane operated
Defending Against Charges of Fraud
Regardless of how large or small the amount in dispute may be, an accusation or charge of fraud is a serious matter which can lead to severe criminal consequences. Depending on the circumstances, one can lose their job, pay a large fine or even spend time in prison. Credit Card Fraud If you are charged with credit
Illinois Supreme Court Shoots Down 1,000-Foot Gun Ban Near Parks
A February 2018 ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court has declared one of the state’s gun laws unconstitutional. The law in question appears in Chapter 720, Article 24, of the Illinois Criminal Code. Under this law, carrying a firearm on a public street without a concealed carry permit is designated a Class A misdemeanor. However, Article 24-1(c) upgrades
Strategies for Drivers Who Get Pulled Over By Police
Anyone who has ever been behind the wheel has experienced the sinking feeling in the pit of their stomach when they see the flashing lights in their rear view mirror. It is a great relief when the patrol car drives past, but when it pulls up behind you, the thought of receiving a traffic citation is enough
Special Considerations Regarding DUI Laws
To a certain point, DUI laws are clear: Those caught driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) over 0.08 percent are usually charged with driving under the influence. However, there are some instances where a driver can be charged with a DUI without meeting this criterion. Every citizen should be aware of the law, but
3 Things to Remember About Concealed Carry of Firearms in Illinois
As of mid-2017, over 250,000 Illinois residents have obtained a Concealed Carry License (CCL) for firearms, out of roughly two million residents with Firearm Owner ID (FOID) cards. Firearms owners who have or are thinking about getting a CCL should be especially aware of the following three aspects of the Illinois Firearm Concealed Carry Act of 2013 ( which was
Illinois Legislators Considering Several New Weapons Bills
In the wake of the death of a high-ranking Chicago police officer who was killed on the streets of the city in broad daylight late last month, Illinois elected officials appear ready to vote on a number of pieces of legislation that would narrow who could own a weapon in the state and the types of modifications
Penalties For Carrying a Concealed Firearm in a Prohibited Place
Even long-time, law-abiding gun owners in Illinois can find it difficult to interpret some of the complicated Illinois gun laws. The 2013 Firearm Concealed Carry Act is one such law. When you get an Illinois concealed carry license (CCL), one of the first things you should learn is the list of places where concealed carry is not
Opioid Crisis Continues to Spiral Out of Control
If you have ever had surgery, been seriously injured, or suffered from cancer or other debilitating illness, you have probably been prescribed opioid medication. Drugs like morphine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and codeine are often prescribed to patients who are experiencing levels of pain that would be unmanageable with simple over the counter medications. Unfortunately, while these medicines are
Paperwork Needed for Your First DUI Defense Attorney Consultation
If you have been arrested for DUI, it is common to feel too scared or overwhelmed to take immediate action. Yet, in order to get the best possible outcome, you will need to begin preparing for your court date as quickly as possible. One of the first things you must do is read the four important