Defending Your Rights, Protecting Your Future
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...
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...
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,...
The days can feel long when they are not your own. Sitting in jail serving a long sentence can feel exhausting from the beginning. As has been the case with many recent presidents, former-President Donald Trump granted several pardons as he left office last month....
Over the last several years, body-worn camera (BWC) requirements and usage have been a hotly debated topic. More recent incidents have brought the issue back into the spotlight for many areas, including Chicago. Since people can have very different memories of an...
Police dogs are in all types of movies and TV shows. While they look impressive on both the big and small screens, it can be terrifying seeing one coming towards your vehicle with an officer asking to do a search. Even if you do not have anything illegal in your...
3D printing introduced an exciting new world for inventors and other entrepreneurs. These incredible machines put fabrication into the hands of people who only dreamed of creating new gadgets. However, along with the good also came the bad. In addition to useful...