When a person is found guilty of charges filed against him or her, the punishment should fit the crime. Just like you might expect someone convicted of murder to face a longer jail sentence, you would expect someone who fails to pay a parking ticket to face no more than a small fine. Unfortunately, things don’t always happen that way. Nearly 20 years ago, aContinue reading
Month: December 2013
Month: December 2013
Fatal accident leaves Wheaton man facing felony DUI charges
Think about all of the close calls you have had while driving. Maybe you couldn’t see very far down a cross-road as you pulled out of a driveway, hoping no one was coming. Or maybe you had to slam on your brakes suddenly when the car in front of you made a quick turn without signaling. We have all been in these situations. While someContinue reading
Chicago man faces felony charges for drugs, weapons, robbery
A Chicago man is facing serious criminal charges after an incident that happened this weekend. The 32-year-old man was arrested after police received a call about an armed robbery in Evanston. When police found a car matching the description the caller provided, they attempted to stop it. The Chicago man, however, fled the scene. Evanston police arrested him after he crashed into multiple cars. DuringContinue reading
Stun gun incident caught on videotape in Chicago
It certainly isn’t in every instance, but law enforcement uses stun guns in their regular course of duty. These devices are used as a non-fatal alternative to control suspects during an arrest. Although police might use these devices, they are still considered a weapon. When used while committing an act considered a felony in Illinois, it can spell trouble. Two men and one woman were recentlyContinue reading
Plea deal for results in dropped charges for Woodridge man
Allegations of sex crimes are among the most serious charges a person can face. Most community members do not take kindly to the idea of an alleged sex offender living amongst them, so prosecutors are under immense pressure to obtain a conviction. Because of this, a well-thought-out defense strategy is extremely important. When most people think of a criminal defense, they think of going to trial.Continue reading