Month: June 2018
Getting Your Driver’s License Reinstated in Illinois
Your driver’s license can get revoked or suspended for a number of reasons–traffic violations, failing to pay child support, DUI charges–but you can reinstate your driver’s license with the help of an experienced attorney. There are specific steps that you must take in order to begin the reinstatement process. Participate in a Hearing In order to have
Creative Criminals Still Get Caught in Will County
Robbery (stealing from a person by force) and burglary (theft from a building or vehicle) are not new crimes in Will County. However, the way these crimes are accomplished, and the items that are stolen, do change over time. Here are some examples of recent trends in crimes that occur in Illinois: Package Theft on the
Number of Chicago Hate Crimes Dropped in 2017
The greater Chicago area is well-known for many things. Some of them are good, such as deep-dish pizza and the attractions at the Navy Pier. Others are not so good, including the city’s reputation for violent crime. Two recent reports, however, seem to offer a measure of relief for those concerned about the violent crime in
Making Sure Your Child Enters Adulthood with a Clean Criminal Record
When juveniles get in trouble with the law, all police and court records are supposed to be sealed. Then, when these children turn 18, they should enter adulthood with a clean record, right? Actually, it is not that simple. The Juvenile Justice System Creates a Lot of Records Anyone under the age of 18 who breaks
Illinois Community-Level Programs Aim to Reduce Prison Population
Very few people can picture themselves in the position of being charged with a felony and facing the possibility of spending time in a state prison. Thankfully, most of our 13 million Illinois residents will never be in that position. Every year, 300,000 serious criminal offenses are committed in Illinois, including over 200,000 thefts/robberies/burglaries, 120,000 domestic violence
What Happens During an Illinois DUI Arrest?
You should never drink and drive–it is dangerous and it is reckless. According to the Illinois Secretary of State, 29,528 DUI arrests were made in Illinois in 2016. In the state of Illinois, driving under the influence includes many different types of impaired driving, from driving under the influence of alcohol to driving while intoxicated after using
Illinois Juvenile Justice Reforms in the News
Gun regulation has become a hot topic in recent years following the multiple mass shootings that have occurred in the United States, such as the Las Vegas shooting, the Sandy Hook shooting, and the Parkland shooting. Many states have taken action to reform current gun laws, especially those regarding assault-style weapons. In response to these
Illinois Police to Enforce Gun Laws Regardless of Gun Sanctuaries
Gun regulation has become a hot topic in recent years following the multiple mass shootings that have occurred in the United States, such as the Las Vegas shooting, the Sandy Hook shooting, and the Parkland shooting. Many states have taken action to reform current gun laws, especially those regarding assault-style weapons. In response to these
Tips for Staying Out of Trouble on the Water This Spring and Summer
If you find yourself enjoying a day out on a boat this year, consider yourself lucky. Only about 240,000 people in Illinois are fortunate enough to own a boat. However, if you run into a law enforcement officer while boating, here are a few tips to remember that can help you avoid charges related to
Standardized and Non-Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
In the state of Illinois, driving under the influence (DUI) covers many different types of impaired driving, from driving under the influence of alcohol to driving under while intoxicated after using drugs, including prescription medications or illegal substances. In 2016, 29,528 DUI arrests were made, according to the Illinois Secretary of State’s office. When you get pulled