You never thought it would get this far. At first it seemed like no big deal. Sure you had the cravings for another pill but that was normal. You just finished surgery for a deviated septum. However weeks after the surgery and when the pain should have been gone, you still found yourself looking for another pill. It wasn’t an instantaneous addiction like on thoseContinue reading
Category: Drug Crimes
Category: Drug Crimes
You could be charged with possession of drugs you were unaware of
In Illinois, many people have had a run in with the law at one time or another, even if they have never done anything illegal. Unfortunately, to get to the bottom of crimes, officers often need to investigate a large number of innocent people. After all, it is no easy matter to find out the truth behind an offense and it can often be aContinue reading
How is drug paraphernalia defined?
Every year in Illinois sees countless arrests being made in connection with drug-related activities. If you are suspected of involvement in the manufacturing or distribution of controlled substances or even if you are simply found with such drugs in your possession, you could face serious charges with potentially life-changing consequences if you are convicted. The charges against you will depend on the substances with which youContinue reading
Having access to drugs can lead to criminal charges
It is no secret that being in possession of illegal drugs can result in serious criminal charges. In Illinois, the authorities work hard to reduce the drug presence within the state. However, this can mean that innocent people are arrested in the course of an investigation. Similarly, if you have been implicated in a drug crime, it is possible that your role in the operationContinue reading
What is the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs?
In Illinois, drug charges are a serious matter. While penalties for such offenses vary from state to state, the mark on your criminal record alone can have a significant impact on your future. On top of that, a conviction can lead to hefty fines or even a prison sentence, depending on the type of drugs involved and the perceived severity of the offense in question. One ofContinue reading
Precursor chemicals can lead to criminal charges
Throughout Illinois, and indeed the United States as a whole, there are many places that illegal drugs are produced and sold. As a result, law enforcement officials go to great lengths to track down the sources of these drugs and prevent any more from going into circulation. Of course, this is no easy job and pinpointing the people who are involved in such operations isContinue reading
Illinois man charged in connection with drug death
In Illinois, any type of criminal charge can be bad news. Depending on the type and severity of the offense, you could face penalties ranging from community service to fines or even time in prison. Furthermore, conviction leaves a mark on your record that could be highly detrimental to your future. Your plans for work, accommodation or even college could all be thrown into disarray as aContinue reading
Trafficking may carry heavier penalties than possession
It is no secret in Illinois that officers work around the clock to reduce the prevalence of drug crime in the state. However, in their bid to track down the sources of these substances, innocent people can come under suspicion. Unfortunately, if you are implicated in a drug-related offense, you could face a lengthy investigation and possibly even criminal charges. If convicted, you could be facedContinue reading
What types of drug crimes are there?
As most people in Illinois know, being found with illegal drugs can be a serious matter. Whether you are using them, carrying them or they are simply discovered within your property, you could face criminal charges. The severity of these will depend on the type and quantity of drugs, as well as their perceived intended use. There are several different types of drug-related offenses and someContinue reading
Know the penalties for drug dealing in your state
It is well known that drug-related offenses are taken very seriously in Illinois. Whether you are found intoxicated, in possession of a controlled substance, or distributing it to others, you can get into extensive legal trouble. Not only can this affect your immediate future, as you endure a criminal investigation and the stigma that surrounds drug charges, but you run the risk of conviction. If thisContinue reading