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...
Criminal defense
Understanding the risks of major traffic offenses in Illinois
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...
How to navigate license reinstatement after a suspension in Illinois
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...
What prescription drugs are most addictive?
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,...
What happens after a presidential pardon?
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....
Fast facts about police body cameras in Chicago
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...
Can I say “no” to a K9 search?
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...
How will Gov. Pritzker’s new law impact firearms in Illinois?
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...
Examining Illinois’ self-defense laws
When news of a violent encounter or homicide breaks in Illinois, many meet claims of self-defense coming from the accused with a good deal of skepticism. This comes from an assumption that for an altercation to escalate to the point of one of the parties dying, all...
Do assault and battery always go together?
When you hear about someone who intentionally hurt someone else, you often hear two terms: assault and battery. In some cases, the terms are used together so often that it can be challenging to know the difference between them. Unfortunately, it may not be clear in...