When accidents occur on the roads of Illinois, a commonly suspected cause is often that one of the drivers may have been drunk. However, the pressures of being investigated and questioned when you’ve just had an accident can cause you to appear less coherent than you should. However, being charged with drunk driving does not mean you will be convicted, so it is important toContinue reading
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Illinois driver faces drug charges after being found with a pipe
Any form of criminal charge can be a difficult thing to come to terms with, particularly if you have been falsely accused. Even without a conviction, the worry and the effect on your personal and professional life can be a severe emotional strain. However, residents of Illinois should bear in mind that an important aspect of criminal defense is that you are innocent until proven guilty. EvenContinue reading
Fifteen-year-old charged as adult in Chicago shooting
Weapons charges are among the most serious counts a person can face in Illinois. Without a strong criminal defense, charges for the illegal possession or use of a firearm can lead to conviction that alters the landscape of a person’s future. Weapons crimes can result in a long prison sentence and compromise opportunities to enjoy a normal life upon release. These charges can be especially detrimentalContinue reading
19-year-old charged with felony after Illinois rollover accident
Facing criminal charges can be a scary process. This is especially true for those with little or no experience with the legal process in Illinois, as it is not always easy to know what the best course of action is to take. No matter what type of crime a person is accused of committing, establishing a criminal defense strategy is important in order to try to avoidContinue reading
Three Illinois men charged with felony drug crimes
Possession of illegal substances in Illinois is punishable by jail time and fines. When charges for distribution are introduced, the potential sentence for the crimes escalates quickly. Whether it is for marijuana, prescription drugs or heroin, Illinois law enforcement is looking to put those they associate with using and distributing drugs behind bars. For this reason, Chicago residents facing felony drug charges need to pursue a solidContinue reading
Deadly Illinois accident results in severe DUI charge
For people in Chicago, heading out to restaurants and bars with friends can be a great way to unwind and have a good time. Many bars and restaurants offer drink specials and happy hours to entice people to begin drinking in the afternoon or early evening. The Chicago culture primes the area for law enforcement’s intense focus on catching supposed drunk drivers. A 29-year-old isContinue reading
Illinois sex offender accused of re-offending in child porn case
Few offenses carry the same level of long-term implications as sex crimes. A conviction can lead to an extended prison sentence, as well as the required registration as a sex offender. Registry creates complications for the rest of a person’s life by limiting opportunity and damaging their reputation and professional life. Officials in Illinois are particularly tough on sex crimes that involve children, whether itContinue reading
Illinois man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting prostitutes
An accusation of a sex crime carries a powerful social stigma and can have life-long implications. If convicted, the penalties are often strong, often with mandatory sex offender registry. The expression “sex offense” denotes a wide range of behavior, including rape, viewing child pornography and human trafficking. A recent Illinois case was somewhat unusual in that the man accused of serially raping prostitutes first paidContinue reading
DUI offenders in Illinois may be given extra chance to drive
If you have ever been convicted of an alcohol-related driving offense, it is likely you are familiar with having your license at least temporarily suspended. DUI charges can often lead to the complete revocation of a driver’s license. However, a new bill being discussed in Illinois aims to give people convicted of drunk driving the ability to continue holding a license. Under current legislation, aContinue reading
Incident in Chicago hotel room leads to sex assault charges
A man from St. Charles, Illinois, finds himself facing sex crimes charges after an incident at a Chicago hotel recently. The 46-year-old man was charged with sexual assault against a maid who was working at the hotel. He could face serious consequences if he is convicted in the case. It isn’t clear why the man was staying at the hotel, since he lives in the western suburbs.Continue reading