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People often have different ideas of what it means to be a conscientious driver. Some Illinois residents may believe that being a good driver always means following the law no matter what, and others may think that using their judgment in certain scenarios is better. In any case, it may come as a surprise to some people that they could receive a traffic ticket for drivingContinue reading

Going out with friends for a few drinks may be one way that you choose to relax. You never intend to get drunk or act unlike yourself, but you do enjoy a couple of alcoholic beverages to take the edge off. Because you tend to keep your drinking under control, you do not think that you would ever face a DUI charge. Unfortunately, just becauseContinue reading

Everyone knows that making mistakes is a part of growing up. The truth is that most kids will make it through their youth without committing any serious crimes, but some will make mistakes that could come back to haunt them well into their futures. Committing serious crimes such as murder or assault could result in being tried as an adult and facing adult penalties, despiteContinue reading

One of the worst things you can do if you’re accused of a DUI is to cause trouble. An arresting officer is just doing their job by attempting to get you off the road and to the police station. While you may be offended or even right to think that they’re violating your rights or arresting you without cause, it’s important to remember that the way youContinue reading

Substance abuse can impact people regardless of age. It’s particularly common for young adults to try drugs due to peer pressure and their own adventurous nature. The harsh reality is that even a young person trying drugs for the very first time could end up with drug charges against them for possession or impairment. Juvenile offenders are in a particularly unique situation, because they’re young enoughContinue reading

You moved to the neighborhood you’re in today because of its well-known reputation for safety. What you didn’t expect is how often the neighborhood would have parties or events that exposed you to alcohol or drugs. Recently, you stayed late at a local party, and you decided to drive back. The roads were pretty much void of other vehicles in Naperville, so you decided toContinue reading

The state of Illinois takes a firm stance against all forms of domestic violence. People can face criminal charges for violence against their partner, their parents or their children. However, there are certain forms of domestic violence that Illinois lawmakers and law enforcement associate with higher risk. Therefore, these particular forms of assault can be much more serious for the person facing allegations of domesticContinue reading

Driving under the influence is a serious crime on its own, but when you’re under the age of 21, it becomes a real concern and threat to your future. Anyone caught drinking and driving under age 21 in Illinois loses their driving privileges immediately. That’s the least of the problems, though. On top of the license suspension, the juvenile will need to complete a driverContinue reading

If you are trying to defend yourself from a criminal charge, it is likely that you will want to learn more about how you can be successful. Many defendants do not realize that often the best strategy in regard to defending yourself against an accusation is remaining silent. In recent years, the rise of social media has meant that many people have made their livesContinue reading

Any kind of legal, academic or disciplinary issue can impact your teenager’s future. However, some issues have much more significant consequences than others. Skipping school a few times could impact your kids GPA and perhaps your trust in them, but those problems will likely resolve over time. Getting convicted of a drug offense, on the other hand, could be a teenage mistake that changes the trajectoryContinue reading