Defending Your Rights, Protecting Your Future
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Illinois. The state has strict laws to deter impaired driving and protect public safety. If you face DUI charges, understanding the penalties is crucial. Here, we break down the consequences for first, second,...
Any person convicted of a crime can find it challenging to get back on their feet regardless of whether they committed a misdemeanor or felony. Even if they try to turn over a new leaf, they can face obstacles because of their criminal history, which can impact their...
Having a criminal record can make life difficult. It can stop you from getting a job, finding a place to live or traveling. But in some cases, you may be able to expunge or seal your criminal record in Illinois. Expungement erases the record while sealing it makes it...
Anyone facing felony charges has a lot on their minds already, but it may still help to understand exactly what a felony in Illinois is and what the immediate future holds. Under Illinois law, a felony is a crime that is typically punishable by imprisonment for over a...
In Illinois, traffic offenses are categorized into two main groups: major and minor offenses. Minor offenses generally include non-moving violations, like parking infractions or expired tags. While these can result in fines, they rarely lead to severe penalties unless...
When faced with drug charges in Illinois, you may be looking at severe penalties. A felony conviction could lead to prison time and hefty fines. Even a misdemeanor offense will have a major impact on your life and future. You have many important rights in the criminal...
Driving is a privilege that many of us rely on for our daily routines. There are many ways you can loser your license, including too many traffic convictions, illegally passing a school bus, or failing to pay child support. If you've lost your license due to a DUI or...
Probable cause is a sometimes murky principle that police use as the basis for many searches, resulting in many arrests. Probable cause is the reasonable belief that a person has committed a crime. However, police use this concept as a broad umbrella to justify...
Drug laws in Illinois are complicated and confusing. Any drug charge can result in serious consequences, but the penalties are even harsher for those involving delivery or trafficking. “Drug trafficking” means different things in different states. Illinois has its own...
If you are like most people in Illinois, you will need to take a prescription medication at some point in your life. This may happen if you need to reduce pain after an accident or medical procedure. Regardless of the reason you may need to take a prescription drug,...