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Lab Error Impacts Hundreds of Cannabis DUI Cases
Domestic Violence Arrests Increase Around the Holidays
Understanding Reckless Discharge of a Gun Charges
DUI Arrest with a Child in the Car
Road Rage Shootings On the Rise in Illinois
How Do Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices Work?
When a Protest Becomes a Riot
What Is an Illegal Traffic Stop?
How Illinois Residents Can Still Get Arrested for Marijuana
Can You Be Charged With Assault or Battery if the Victim Was Not Injured?
What Happens if I Get a Second DUI in Illinois? 
Can I Be Charged for a Fight I Did Not Start?
The Cost of Not Driving After a DUI
What Happens if an Out-of-State Student Gets Arrested in Illinois?
Understanding Child Endangerment Charges in Illinois
5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Pretrial Hearing | IL
How Juvenile Record Expungement is Changing Lives in Illinois
What to Expect After You Receive a Charge for Distributing Cocaine
Construction Zone Speed Limits in Illinois: What Every Driver Should Know
Can You Get Out Of a Street Racing Charge in Illinois?
Are There Any Defenses for CDL Violations?
What Happens When Your Driving Privileges Are Suspended Across State Lines?
What to Do If You Are Falsely Accused of Burglary
Defending Against Unjust Orders of Protection
What to Expect With an Aggravated Felony DUI Charge
Record Sealing vs. Expungement: What’s the Difference?
Should You Fight Against Your Traffic Ticket?
What Happens After a Second Offense Traffic Violation
Potential Defenses for Shoplifting Charge
What to Do After a Commercial Driver License Violation
Possible Defense Strategies With Felony Drug Charges
Legal Options for Clearing Your Criminal Record in Illinois
What to Do When Facing Harassment Charges in Illinois
The Consequences of Reckless Driving Charges in Illinois
How Illinois Laws Address Cybercrime and Online Fraud
Understanding Your Rights in Illinois Drug Possession Cases
Exploring Alternatives to Incarceration for Non-Violent Offenders in Illinois
The Impact of Social Media on Criminal Defense Strategies in Illinois
What Are the Penalties for Meth-Related Drug Crimes in Illinois?
When Is a Restricted Driving Permit Required After an Illinois DUI?
When Can Carrying a Gun Lead to Unlawful Use of a Weapon Charges?
Are Assault and Battery Treated as Separate Charges in Illinois?
Will a DUI Resulting in Injury Be Charged as a Felony in Illinois?
When Can I Expunge or Seal My Criminal Record in Illinois?
When Can Drug Possession Lead to Felony Charges in Illinois?
Preparing for Your Illinois License Reinstatement Hearing
Addressing Domestic Violence Accusations During the Holidays
Is Retail Theft a Misdemeanor or Felony Offense in Illinois?
5 Common Traffic Violations During the Holiday Season
What Should I Do if I Am Arrested for DUI During the Holidays?
What You Need to Know About Monitoring Device Driving Permits in Illinois
When It Comes to Criminal Law, Every Word Matters
Sentencing Reform for Juvenile Offenders to Become Law in Illinois
DUI Driver tries to Pin Arrest on His Dog
Tips for Making a Good First Impression in Criminal Court
DUI Arrest with a Minor Passenger in the Car
Understanding Your Right to Legal Representation as a Criminal Defendant
How Your Social Media Activity Could Hurt Your Criminal Defense Case
Will Cash Bail Be Eliminated in Illinois Soon?
Are Switchblades Legal in Illinois?
How Does Probable Cause Affect a DUI Case?
Illinois Burglary Laws
Self-Defense
What to Do if You Are Charged with Cocaine Possession
Facing a Second DUI? Understand the Possible Consequences and Defense Strategies
What Are My Child's Rights if they are Charged with a Crime?
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
Don’t just pay that Traffic Ticket
Defending a DUI in Will County
Getting Your Driver’s License Reinstated After a DUI Arrest
Is my DUI Arrest a Felony?
Possible Defense Strategies for CDL Drivers Accused of Drunk Driving
Can I Refuse Sobriety Testing and or the Breath Test during a DUI Arrest?
Are You Accused of Shoplifting?
Could I Lose My Driver’s License for Taking Alcohol to a Party?
Holiday Blues Trigger Opioid Use: Fentanyl Sales Increase
Pulled Over for DUI? Four Tips to Keep in Mind
Can You Evade a Sobriety Checkpoint?
What to Expect at a DUI Checkpoint During the Holidays
Are You Charged With Fleeing and Eluding Police?
I Have Been Charged with DUI Hit-and-Run but Do Not Remember
I Need to Drive Again but I had a DUI
Is Your Child Facing DUI Charges?
Can DUI Blood Tests Be Inaccurate?
Shoplifting Charges in Illinois: What You Need to Know in 2022
Rights of Criminal Defendants
FOID Violations Illinois
Why is My First DUI a Felony?
Avoiding Jail Time in Criminal Cases
Was Your DUI Stop Legal?
What Are Aggravating Factors in Sentencing?
How a Lawyer Can Protect You During a Criminal Sentencing
Could I Get a DUI for Using My Own Prescription Medication?
Fighting a DUI in Illinois
Do I Still Need a Lawyer If I am Not Guilty?
What Are the Penalties in Illinois for Underage DUI?
Illinois Continues to Battle Opioid Epidemic
Facing Charges Under Illinois Hate Crime Statute
Are You Facing Civil Asset Forfeiture in Illinois?
Illinois Passes New Ghost Gun Law
Defenses to Retail Theft in Illinois
Consequences for Driving Under the Influence of Drugs in Illinois
Understanding Assault and Battery Charges in Illinois
What Are the Penalties for Resisting Arrest in Illinois?
What Are the Penalties for Aggravated DUI in Illinois?
Can I Face Weapons Charges for Possession of “Ghost Guns?”
Will a Formal Hearing Be Needed Before My License Can Be Reinstated?
What Are the Penalties for Different Types of Retail Theft in Illinois?
When Can I Face Criminal Charges for Unlawful Use of Weapons?
Can I Face Legal Consequences for Serving Teens Alcohol in Illinois?
What Are the Penalties for an Assault Conviction in Illinois?
Can Traffic Tickets Lead to an Illinois Driver’s License Suspension?
Can I Face Criminal Charges for Possession of Marijuana in Illinois?
What Are the Consequences of Violating an Order of Protection?
When Is a Monitoring Device Driving Permit Available After a DUI?
Will County Theft Felony Charges
Top 5 Crimes Committed By U.S. Juveniles
Illinois Speeding Tickets Are More Costly Than You May Think
How Soon Can I Get My Drivers License Back After Revocation
Understanding Reckless Driving Charges in Winter Car Accidents
The Long-Term Impact of Illinois DUI Laws
Common Types of Property Crimes Committed by Teenagers
What is Criminal Trespass
How Can a Lawyer Help Me With a Traffic Violation
Leaving the Scene of an Accident Can Result in Criminal Charges
Avoid a Ticket for Misusing the Left Lane on Illinois Interstates
The Significance of Miranda Warnings
Understanding the Illinois Juvenile Drug Court Treatment Program
What Drug Crimes Are Most Common in Will County
Evidence Obtained in an Unlawful Police Vehicle Search Is Not Admissible in Court
What You Should Know About Illinois New Recreational Marijuana Laws
An Illinois Juvenile Diversion Program May Help Your Son or Daughter Avoid Incarceration
Marijuana Possession Is Still a Crime in Illinois for 2019
Understanding the Role BAIID Devices Play in Illinois DUI Cases
What Are the Differences Between State and Federal Drug Crimes
DUI Laws You Should Be Aware Of
Understanding Common Violent Crimes Committed in Illinois
What Is the Maximum Sentence for Juvenile Crimes in Illinois
Juvenile Crime
What is the Difference Between Battery and Domestic Battery Charges in Illinois
Who Qualifies for Criminal Record Expungement in Illinois
Is it Legal for Police to Use a Drug-Sniffing Dog During a Traffic Stop
What Should a Parent Expect from a Juvenile Defense Attorney
Understanding Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices
Defending Against Charges of Battery or Domestic Battery
Serious Penalties Can Result from a Fake ID
Are You Facing Domestic Battery Charges
An Overview of Illinois Felony Charges and Their Consequences
Improve Your Chances for Illinois Drivers License Reinstatement
Accumulating Too Many Points on Your Driving Record Can Result in License Suspension
DNA Testing
How to Get Your Drivers License Reinstated After a DUI Conviction
An Overview of the Illinois Cannabis Control Act
What Circumstances Lead to Domestic Violence Charges in Illinois
Illinois Lawmakers Send Recreational Marijuana Bill to Governor
Tips for Interacting with Police During a Traffic Stop
Will a Speeding Ticket Increase My Car Insurance Rates
New Illinois Law Bans Synthetic Drugs that Mimic Marijuana, Cocaine
The Significance of Knowingly in Possession of Drugs
Four Types of Credit Card Fraud and Their Consequences
What Happens if I Violate the Terms of My Illinois Probation
Construction Zone Speeding Tickets and Photo Enforcement in Illinois
Drug Crimes Encompass More Than Just Illegal Drugs
What Happens if a Person Under 21 is Charged with a DUI in Illinois?
What Is Scotts Law or the Illinois Move Over Law
Exploring Plea Bargains and Their Benefits
Adult Redeploy Illinois: Avoiding Jail for a Felony Crime
Consequences for Boating Under the Influence in Illinois
Battery Charges Increase When a Police Officer is Involved
When is Driving Under the Influence a Felony in Illinois?
Facing Burglary Charges in Illinois?
Treatment Over Jail for Illinois Veterans Facing Criminal Charges
Illinois Probation Rules: Make Sure You Follow Them
Possession of a Controlled Substance vs. Intent to Deliver
Illinois Juvenile Law - Five Things to Know If Your Teenager Is Arrested
Embezzlement Can Become a Serious Felony Charge Very Quickly
FBI Warns Against Making Hoax Threats Online
Possible Defenses Against Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Charges
Four Things You Should Know if You Are Arrested in Illinois
Understanding Your Miranda Rights
Swatting - False 911 Calls Have Serious Consequences
Understanding Illinois Domestic Battery Charges
Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in Illinois
DUI with a Child Passenger Carries Harsh Penalties - Possible Felony Charges
Diversion Programs Offer Hope to Illinois Juvenile Offenders
Illinois Retail Theft and Related Charges
Illinois CCL Holders Use Concealed Carry Handguns in Self-Defense
What You Should Know About Reckless Driving in Illinois
The Differences Between Assault and Battery in Illinois
Understanding the Difference Between Bail and Bond
Taser or Stun Guns in Illinois
Proposed Bill Would Make Illinois Medical Marijuana Program Permanent
Exploring Juvenile Diversion Programs in Illinois
Does Illinois Law Protect My Right to Shoot in Self-Defense?
What You Need to Know About Assault and Battery in Will County
Illinois Child Endangerment Laws and Consequences
Disorderly Conduct for Filing a False Police Report
What is Considered an Unlawful Vehicle Search by Police?
Types of Driver Distractions and Consequences for Distracted Driving
Truck Drivers at Risk of Arrest as Police Cannot Differentiate Legal Hemp from Illegal Marijuana
When is Theft Considered a Felony in Illinois?
Is a Medical Condition or Act of God a Valid DUI Defense?
Chemical Blood Alcohol Content Tests
Proposed Illinois Bill Aims to Tighten Gun Laws in Wake of Recent Shooting
Can Illinois Police Still Seize Assets Used in Crimes?
Is CBD Oil Legal for Everyone in Illinois in 2019?
How Can Illinois’ Driver’s License Points System Lead to a License Suspension or Revocation?
DUI Charges in Illinois – Part 2
DUI Charges in Illinois
Can I Be Arrested for Filming the Police?
Handling a Traffic Citation in Illinois
Illinois DUI Breathalyzer Tests
Are You Facing Assault Charges in Illinois?
DUI Charges Become More Serious When Death or Bodily Injury is Involved
FOID Card Revocations. What to do.
Illinois DUI Law: Different Treatment for Users of Prescribed Drugs vs. Illegal Drugs
Illinois Court Rules on Police Use of Drug-Sniffing Dogs
Illinois Modernizes Approach to Offenders with Substance Use Disorders
Alternatives to Incarceration for Crimes Committed in Illinois
The Rights of Criminal Defendants Are Protected by the U.S. Constitution
Examining Self-Defense Laws in Illinois
Illinois Politicians Aim to Make Penalties Higher For Absent Defendants
What Can Happen If You Commit a Theft or Retail Theft in Illinois
Will County Drug Court Helps Addicted Offenders
Your Rights and Responsibilities During a Traffic Stop
You Could Face Criminal Charges if Your Child Gains Access to Your Firearms
Traffic Stop Safety for All, Including Carriers of Concealed Firearms
A DUI Conviction Will Affect Your Life
Nine Nabbed with Cocaine and Heroin in Joliet Drug Bust
Informal and Formal Driver License Reinstatement Hearings in Illinois
Understanding Illinois Law Regarding Telephone and Electronic Harassment
I Was Arrested But the Police Did Not Read Me My Miranda Rights. Now What?
Traffic Stop Case Highlights the Importance of Reasonable Suspicion
Illinois Laws Help You Get a Second Chance
Illinois DUI Arrests
Understanding the Process of Criminal Cases in Illinois
New Safety Campaign Targets Drug-Impaired Driving
Sale of Look-Alike Drugs Is a Serious Crime in Illinois
Drug Llama Faces Federal Charges for Distributing Fentanyl
Beware of Reckless Driving on I-80 Near Joliet
Doorbell Cams Increasingly Popular with Homeowners and Police
Should I Agree to a Plea Bargain?
Consequences of a Misdemeanor Conviction in Illinois
Three Ways to Practice Responsible Firearm Ownership in Illinois
First-Time Distracted Drivers Will Face Stiffer Penalties in Illinois
When Does a DUI Become Felony in Illinois?
Common Terms in Criminal Court
Illinois May Ease Laws on Driver’s License Suspension
Common Crimes Committed by Teens
How to Fight a DUI-Related Driver’s License Suspension
Why You Can Get Multiple Tickets for One DUI
What is Obstruction of Justice in Illinois?
The Dangers of Fake IDs, Part Two: Making or Selling a Fake ID
The Dangers of Fake IDs, Part One: Using a Fake ID
As the Holiday Season Approaches - Don't Drink and Drive
Guilt Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
Speeding Tickets in Illinois
Understanding Illinois Drug Crimes
School Bus Math: Illegal Passing = Fines + License Suspension
Understanding Domestic Violence Orders of Protection in Illinois
Penalties for Driving With a Suspended or Revoked License in Illinois
Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Is a Criminal Offense
What You Should Know About License Plate Reading Cameras
Making a False Police Report is a Crime
Why Do Chicago Police Struggle to Solve Shooting Cases?
New Illinois Law Allows Children Access to Medical Cannabis at School
School Zone Speeding Tickets and Penalties
New Law Increases Consequences for Texting While Driving in Illinois
What Happens if I Get an Out-of-State Speeding or DUI Ticket?
New Illinois Firearms Laws Enacted in 2018
Understanding Criminal Record Expungement in Illinois
An Unlawful Search May Result in Dismissed Charges
Possible Defenses to Criminal Drug Possession Charges
Illinois Woman Charged With Aggravated Battery of Police Officers
Technology Helps Police Get Tougher on Crime
Trials Suggest MDMA Could Soon Be Used to Treat PTSD
Governor Rauner’s Record on Executive Clemency Petitions
Understanding the Illinois Controlled Substances Act
What Are My Rights Regarding a Police Search of My Car?
Frequently Asked Questions About Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices
Do You Want Your Traffic Stop Recorded?
The Importance of Miranda Rights in Criminal Cases
Drug Asset Seizures: Can the Police Take Everything?
7 Reasons You Could Lose Your Driver’s License in Illinois
How a Governor’s Pardon Can Clear Your Criminal Record
Man Charged With Hate Crime for Harassing Woman Wearing Puerto Rico Flag Shirt
College Man Shot By Police After He Refuses to Put Down Gun
National Defense Bar’s Report Highlights the “Trial Penalty” Problem
Traveling with Firearms: Rules for Illinois Residents Versus Visitors
Supreme Court Forbids Warrantless Use of Cell Site Location Information
Two Types of Driving Permits After a DUI License Suspension
DUI Cases: Should I Go To Trial?
Types of White-Collar Crimes
Bill Would Allow Temporary Access to Medical Marijuana in Place of Opioid Painkillers
Illinois’ Most Lenient Sentencing Options for Felony Convictions
Understanding Illinois’ 410 Probation for First-Time Drug Offenders
What You Need to Know About Reckless Driving in Illinois
2017 Illinois DUI Arrest Statistics Released
Will County Traffic Tickets
Illinois Teen Charged With Felony for Eavesdropping
Illinois Man Charged With Hate Crime for Painting Swastikas on Graves
Will County Man Sentenced to Prison for Street Racing
Is a Police Officer Allowed to Search My Vehicle?
Understanding Illinois’ Second Chance Probation Program
Misconduct Allegations Mounting Against Former Chicago Detective
5 Factors Involved in Transferring a Case From Juvenile to Adult Court
Illinois’ Response to the Rising Problem of Opioid Overdoses
Getting Your Driver’s License Reinstated in Illinois
Creative Criminals Still Get Caught in Will County
Number of Chicago Hate Crimes Dropped in 2017
Making Sure Your Child Enters Adulthood with a Clean Criminal Record
Illinois Community-Level Programs Aim to Reduce Prison Population
What Happens During an Illinois DUI Arrest?
Illinois Police to Enforce Gun Laws Regardless of Gun Sanctuaries
Tips for Staying Out of Trouble on the Water This Spring and Summer
Standardized and Non-Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Can Juvenile Offenders Be Silenced on Social Media?
Illinois May Soon Allow for the Expungement of Marijuana Convictions
Boat Safely-and Legally-This Spring and Summer
What You Need to Know About Miranda Warnings
Owners of Mugshot Website Arrested on Extortion Charges
How the Proposed .05 DUI Standard Would Affect Social Drinkers
Illinois Bank Cutting Ties With Medical Marijuana Industry
The Debate Over Making .05 the New Standard for DUI in Illinois
Juvenile Charges: You and Your Child Both Have Rights
Should I Allow the Police to Search My Car Without a Warrant?
Driving and DUI Rules for Medical Marijuana Users
Driver’s License Suspensions and Revocations
Underage Drinking and Driving During Prom Season
Resisting Police: How it Happens and What to Do
Learn by Example: Fleeing or Resisting Police Is Never a Good Idea
Avoiding Fleeing and Eluding Charges During a Traffic Stop
What Rights Do Witnesses Have in Criminal Cases?
Illinois Reforms Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws
Arrests By Conservation Officers Can Lead to Serious Criminal Charges
Why Sleeping Off a Few Drinks in Your Car Can Result in a DUI
The Difference Between Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Justice
Criminal Defense Strategies
The Price You May Pay for Letting a Friend Drive Drunk
If I Am Arrested for DUI - Can the Police Take My Car
Kidnapping Your Own Child – Yes, You Can Be Charged
Arrests Made in Chicago Synthetic Marijuana Case
Fentanyl Increasingly Found in Heroin
What Happens if You Refuse a DUI Breathalyzer Test?
Adult Responsibility for Liquor Use by Minors
Cook County Referendum Shows Many Residents Support Legalizing Marijuana
Can I Be Convicted of Drunk Driving with Blood Alcohol Under .08%?
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Drew Peterson Conviction
Can a YouTube Video or Instagram Post Get You Arrested?
Fewer Inspections Now Required for Commercial Trucks in Illinois
Are DUI Checkpoints Unconstitutional?
Can I Be Arrested if a Child Injures Someone With My Gun?
Proposed Illinois Bill Would Allow Students to Use Medical Marijuana at School
Prescription Drug Laws in Illinois
Retailers Expanding Opioid Disposal Programs
Airports and Firearms: How to Stay Out of Trouble
Defending Against Charges of Fraud
Illinois Supreme Court Shoots Down 1,000-Foot Gun Ban Near Parks
Strategies for Drivers Who Get Pulled Over By Police
Special Considerations Regarding DUI Laws
3 Things to Remember About Concealed Carry of Firearms in Illinois
Illinois Legislators Considering Several New Weapons Bills
Penalties For Carrying a Concealed Firearm in a Prohibited Place
Opioid Crisis Continues to Spiral Out of Control
Paperwork Needed for Your First DUI Defense Attorney Consultation
Why Attorney Investigation Is Critical to Your Criminal Defense Case
What You Need to Know About Illinois Gun Laws
Consequences of Felony Convictions
Getting Back on the Road After a License Suspension or Revocation
Incidents of Carjackings Are on the Rise in the Chicago Area
Popular Movie Franchise Could Contribute to Rise in Speeding and Reckless Driving
Drivers Beware: Carelessness Could Cost You Your License
Proposed Law Would Give Temporary Medical Marijuana Access to Opioid Users
Court Rules on Forced Chemical Testing in DUI Murder Case
Federal Safety Officials Pushing Lower Legal DUI Limit
5 Things Commercial Drivers Should Remember To Protect Their CDL
Chicago Police Officer Killed in Midday Shooting
DUI Defenses That Could Help You Avoid a Drunk Driving Conviction
Mistakes to Avoid If Arrested for DUI in Illinois
Red Light Camera Traffic Tickets - No Relief In Sight
Young Boys Charged with Felonies in Beekeeper Vandalism Case
Avoiding Criminal Charges When Traveling
Can I Lose My Drivers License Due to Distracted Driving Citations
Chicago Teen Arrested Twice in the Same Weekend
Repeat Offenders
Bar Fights Can Lead to Assault and Battery Charges
Attorneys Arrested in Connection With Hip-Hip Mogul Murder Trial
A New Year Means New Laws in Illinois
Breath Testing Following Arrest for DUI: Facts and Rights
Adults and Teen Brawl at High School Wrestling Meet
Should You Refuse a Portable Breath Test During a DUI Investigation
Property Seizure May Occur In Illinois Even if There is No Conviction
Opioid Use Still on the Rise
Should You Refuse DUI Field Sobriety Testing
Three Myths Regarding Illinois Marijuana Laws
Illinois Expands the Sealing and Expungement of Criminal Records
New Law Promises to Give Juveniles More Opportunities
Push for Full Legalization of Marijuana Continues in Illinois
New Illinois Law Permits Electronic Tablet Use by Inmates for Good Behavior
4 Reminders for Illinois Firearms and Knife Owners in 2018
Is Your Child Facing Underage Drinking Charges?
Crucial Traffic Stop Tips for Young Drivers AND Their Parents
State Officials Listen to Citizens Opioid Epidemic Experiences
Social Media and Juvenile Crimes
Illinois Motorists Can Now Legally Pass Bicycles in a No-Passing Zone
How the Court of Public Opinion Can Influence Criminal Proceedings
New Illinois Online Hate Crime Law for 2018
When Can the Police Search Your Car?
Testing for DUI Related to Marijuana Use
Raising the Threshold on Felony Theft in Illinois
New Illinois Aggravated DUI Law Goes Into Effect in 2018
Should I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test?
Recovering Evidence in a Criminal Defense Case
Juvenile Defendants and Jury Trials
Holiday Season Causes Uptick in Shoplifting
What Are The Most Common Traffic Violations
The Illinois TRUST Act Protects Immigrants Who Interact With Police
Illinois Juvenile Correctional Facilities Undergoing Reforms
Chicago Police Receive Body Cameras
What You Should Know About Underage Drinking This Holiday Season
Employee Theft During the Holidays
The Importance of “Innocent Until Proven Guilty”
Avoiding Weapons Charges Through Responsible Gun Ownership
Crime Increased Nationally in Big Cities
When Does a Traffic Stop End and a Criminal Investigation Begin?
Communities Are Taking Part in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse
Former Chicago Police Officer Sentenced in Shooting of Teens
What Is a Pedestrian E-Device Law?
Are You Liable if Your Child Commits a Crime
Appeals Court Upholds Verdict in “Sleeping Judge” Case
Some Health Systems Are Hesitant to Recommend Medical Marijuana
The Question of Reasonable Suspicion in Criminal Arrests
Do You Have to Unlock Your Phone for the Police?
Longtime Illinois Lawmaker Charged With Retail Theft
Understanding Domestic Battery in Illinois
Is Illinois Poised to Legalize Recreational Marijuana?
Chicago Releases Gun Trace Report
Bump Stock Ban Fails in Illinois House of Representatives
Illinois Man Sentenced to 20 Years for $2 Million Worth of Drugs
Suspect Facing Charges for Pushing Man onto CTA Tracks While Drunk
Does Medical Marijuana Reduce Opioid Use?
One Act, One Crime Doctrine
Illinois Traffic Laws for School Buses and Road Maintenance Vehicles
Zero Tolerance for Underage Drinking and Driving
Local Officer Skips Arrest - Offers Kindness Instead
Illinois BAIID Program Helps DUI Offenders Drive Sooner
The Most Violent Cities in Illinois
Good Samaritan Law and Illegal Drug Use
Notorious Crimes Committed in Illinois
Drinking and Boating Can Cost You Your License
Lake County Illinois Gun Raffle Continues in Wake of Tragedy
Illinois Law Protects Referees From Assault
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Drew Peterson Murder Conviction - "Drew's Law" Remains
When Criminal Charges Arise from “Harmless” Hazing
Will My Criminal Arrest Automatically Disappear if I Avoid a Conviction? No.
Does Race or Gender Influence Concealed Carry Permit Applications?
Illinois Red Light Cameras Source of Much Controversy
Nine Charged in Connection With Violence at Amusement Park in Illinois
Protecting Yourself During a Lawful Protest
Drug Possession Charges: What Do You “Know?”
Actual vs Constructive Possession: Drug Possession Charges in Illinois
Understanding Your Rights When Police Ask For a Blood Test
Think Twice Before Ordering a Fake ID
Opioid Spray Used in Fighting Overdose Deaths
Quantifying Alcohol Intoxication - .08 and the Law
Justifiable Force, Self Defense, and Weapons Charges
Illinois Law Protects Good Samaritans
Speeding in a School Zone Could Result in Jail Time
Navigating Driver’s License Suspension and Reinstatement
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt - The Standard in Criminal Proceedings
Nurse Arrested for Refusing to Allow Police to Take Patient’s Blood
Understanding Probable Cause and 4th Amendment Searches
Illinois Bail Reform Enacted
Is Uber Really Preventing Drunk Driving?
Concealed Carry Applications on the Decline in Illinois
Illinois Traffic Fatalities are on the Rise
How to Respond to an Order of Protection
DUI - Understanding Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Synthetic Opioid Fentanyl: The Drug Driving the Nation’s Opioid Abuse Epidemic
Know Your Rights During a Traffic Stop
Can the Police Search My Cell Phone?
Medical Marijuana Program Continues in Illinois
The Benefit of Completing a Diversion Program in Illinois
Applying for and Obtaining an Illinois Concealed Carry Permit
Legalization of Switchblades in Illinois Awaits Governor’s Signature
DUI Suspension in Illinois? Are You Eligible for the MDDP?
Illinois Concealed Carry Laws: Shall Issue vs. May Issue
The Difference Between Assault and Battery
Know the Laws Regarding Cell Phone Use While Driving in Illinois
How to Get Your Criminal Record Expunged
Owning a Firearm in Illinois
The Consequences of Refusing a Breathalyzer
Sweep in Will County Seizes Drugs, Illegal Firearms
Is it Drug Possession or Drug Distribution? It Makes a Difference
A DUI Does Not Always Result in Lost Driving Privileges
Asset Forfeiture Reform Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
The Difference Between Misdemeanor Shoplifting and Felony Retail Theft
Illinois Property Crimes: Burglary
Illinois Property Crimes: Theft and Robbery
More Than 100 Shootings Around Chicago Over July 4th Holiday Weekend
Opioid Addiction and the Nation’s Drug Problem
Navigating the Juvenile Court System in Illinois
Repeat Gun Crime Offenders Face New Sentencing Guidelines in Illinois
Appeals Court Upholds Drug-Induced Homicide Conviction
Distracted Driving. Will I Receive a Ticket?
Illinois Case Raises Questions Regarding Urine Tests in DUI Cases
Common Misconceptions About Your Miranda Rights
Determining a Defendant’s Fitness to Stand Trial
First-Time DUI Offenders Have Options under Illinois Law
Illinois Governor Signs Bail Reform Measure
Illinois Law Protects Those Who Seek Help in Overdose Situations
Criminal Arrest Procedures
Popping Tags Is Still Retail Theft
Reckless Driving - Will County Criminal Defense
How Long Does the State Have to Bring Criminal Charges Against You?
Being Released on Bail or on Your Own Recognizance
Unlawfully Supplying Firearms to Someone without a FOID Card
Can You Appeal Your Criminal Conviction
California Man Clocked at 88 M.P.H. While Driving Iconic DeLorean
Fourth Amendment Searches Can Be Based on Reasonable Mistakes of Law
A Juvenile Adjudication Could Affect Future Education Opportunities
Potential Pitfalls of Concealed Carry in Illinois
The Difference Between Theft, Burglary, and Robbery Charges in Illinois
Changes to Expungement Law Could Make a Major Difference for Many
Resisting Arrest Can Lead to Serious Trouble
Filing a Pre-Trial Motion to Dismiss Criminal Charges
Restricted Driving Permits Joliet Illinois
My Child Was Arrested for Theft. Now What?
Domestic Battery - Violence Inside The House
Proposed Bill Would Curtail Practice of Asset Forfeiture
Preparing to Meet With a Criminal Defense Attorney
Driving Under the Influence in Illinois
FOID Applications for Convicted Felons
What You Should Know About Assault in Illinois
Traffic Violations Excuses That Will Not Work
What Laws Are in Place to Address Underage Drinking and Driving?
Traffic Stops and Reasonable Mistakes of Law
Legal Marijuana Could Help Fight Heroin Epidemic
New Law Increases Eligibility for Expungement
Theft Charges and Possessing Stolen Property
Will County Offers Alternatives to Drug-Addicted Offenders
99-Year-Old Dutch Woman “Arrested” to Fulfill Bucket List Wish
Issues Unique to Juvenile Defense
Judge Sends Drunk Driver’s Mother to Jail for Courtroom Behavior
Defending Against Weapons Charges
Limits Passed on Stingray Devices | Will County Criminal Defense Attorney
Record Sealing and Expungement | Joliet Expungement Lawyer
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The Burden of Proof in a Criminal Case
DUI Charges and Delayed Intoxication
Reasonable Suspicion and DUI Charges
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Illinois Concealed Carry Appeal
Illinois Criminal Law Reform Aims to Reduce Recidivism Rates
DUI Checkpoints: Are They Constitutional?
Asset Forfeiture Has Become a Police For-Profit Business in Illinois
Criminal Trends and Common Juvenile Offenses
Man Spends Five Months in Jail Unaware of $2 Bail
Understanding the Basics of the Sex Offender Registration Requirements in Illinois
Everyday Identity Theft: Three Common Forms of Credit Card Fraud
Illinois Felony Punishment Breakdown
Illinois Decriminalizes Low-Level Marijuana Possession
Diverting Your Criminal Case to a Specialty Court: Are You Eligible and Should You Agree?
Felony DUI in Illinois
Incarceration in America
Facing Domestic Battery Charges: Three Actions that Can Damage Your Case
Subsequent Drug Charges Are a Serious Matter in Illinois
Collateral Consequences of a Felony Conviction in Illinois
Reasonable Grounds for Charges of Aggravated Assault
Exercising Your Rights During an Arrest: What You Need to Know
Supreme Court Ruling Raises Serious Questions on Unlawful Police Stops
Illinois Stingray Law Headed to the Governor
Driving Privileges Following a DUI Offense
Understanding the Penalties of an Illinois Drug Possession Charge
Cook County Study Suggests Judges Are Ignoring Bail Guidelines
Pokémon Go Helping Criminals and Law Enforcement
Women Charged With Assault of Fast Food Employee
Understanding Gun Laws to Combat Weapons Charges in Illinois
U.S. Supreme Court Says Sixth Amendment Does Not Guarantee Speedy Sentencing
Chicago Police Investigating Officers for False Testimony
Study Suggests Tests for Marijuana Impairment Not Based in Science
Charges Dismissed Against Man Convicted of 1957 Murder
State Senator Claims Chicago Is “False Confession Capital of the Whole United States”
Domestic Violence Defined: What Does Illinois State Consider Abuse?
Illinois Makes Driving Relief Available Sooner for First-Time DUI Offenders
Justice Department Takes Issue With “Profit-Minded” Court Systems
Proposed Bill Would Ban Uploading of Fight Videos
Illinois Supreme Court Reverses Burglary Conviction in Shoplifting Case
Senate Passes Bill to Prohibit Suing Inmates for Incarceration Costs
Heroin Epidemic Continues to Plague Illinois
Legalized Recreational and Medical Marijuana Impacting Mexican Cartels
Aurora City Official Picked Up on Second Theft Charge in Three Years
Former Prosecutor Disbarred for Innocent Man on Death Row
Judge Rules Chicago Traffic Camera Tickets Violate Due Process
Feds Requiring Electronic Record Keeping For Truckers
Study Examines Increasing Rate of Marijuana-Use Disorder
Retrial Ordered in Fatal Police Shooting
New Law to Allow Driving Relief for Four-Time DUI Offenders
How Secure Are Attorney-Client Communications in Prison?
U.S. Supreme Court Declines Highland Park Gun Law Case
Illinois Man Charged With Concealing Roommate’s Body and Obstruction of Justice
Woman Charged for Scamming Police So She Could Drive Drunk
What is an Attempted Crime in Illinois?
Florida Deputy Too Drunk to Receive Award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Rake in More than $200,000 in First Week of Sales
Refusing a Breathalyzer Test
New Law Prevents Domestic Violence Calls from Leading to Eviction
Too Good to Be True Online Deals May Be Stolen Property
Governor Refuses to Add PTSD to Medical Marijuana Conditions List
Defending Drug Possession Charges
Sign and Drive: Get a Ticket, Keep Your License
Concealed Carry Law: Illinois’ Shall Issue Requirement
Governor Amends Lawmakers’ Proposal on Marijuana DUI Limits
Evidence Gathered in Warrantless Cell Phone Searches is Inadmissible
Challenging the Results of Field Sobriety Tests
Reasonable Doubt: You Do Not Have to Prove Your Innocence
New Law to Reduce Automatic Transfers for Juveniles
Happy Hour Legal Again in Illinois
Medical Marijuana Program May Finally Get Underway
Ban the Box Laws Help Job-Seekers Find New Opportunities
Do I Need an Attorney for a Minor Crime?
Governor to Decide Fate of Bill Establishing Marijuana DUI Limits
Burglary Charges and Illinois Law
FOID and Carry Permit Applications Moved Online
Penalties for Fake IDs May Be Severe
Drinking and Driving on New Years Eve
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