Defending Your Rights, Protecting Your Future
Orders of protection (OPs) are a type of civil restraining order in Illinois for domestic abuse situations. The OP process is separate from criminal proceedings for domestic battery charges, and there doesn't have to be a criminal case for someone to seek an order of...
When it comes to classifications of criminal charges, nothing sounds more daunting than "class X felony." But what exactly does that mean? How serious are these felonies? Breaking down felony classifications Many people are familiar with the two main categories of...
Getting a driver's license is a thrilling milestone for teenagers. It's also a risky time for their safety. Teen drivers aged 16-19 are the most at-risk for getting into accidents, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Underage drinking and...
Drug charges are often associated with possessing controlled substances such as cocaine, heroin, meth, fentanyl and illegal prescriptions. But you can also face charges for possession of drug paraphernalia without actually possessing any illegal substances. Possession...
Felony charges are the most serious type of criminal offense. They can result in a lengthy prison sentence and other harsh consequences. Getting the charges dropped or securing an acquittal is a major victory for those charged with felonies. However, you may still...
Despite Illinois legalizing marijuana for recreational use, state law still criminalizes the possession and sale of several substances, including heroin, methamphetamine and LSD. It is also against the law to have certain medications, such as fentanyl and anabolic...
K-9 units for police are a heavily utilized tool to allow for vehicle searches. In a perfect scenario, the dog will smell possible narcotics, and the police will search the car and make an arrest. However, that scenario is not always the case. The fact is k-9 units...
If the police in Kane, DuPage, or DeKalb counties have ever pulled you over on suspicion of drinking and driving, you are probably familiar with field sobriety tests. Even if you have not, you likely know about them anyway. They are the physical tests that help police...
While we all know that you should not drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, sometimes mistakes happen. One mistake should not mean the end of your driving privileges or your clean record. If law enforcement arrests you for driving under the influence of...
For many people, driving is an essential part of their daily lives. You might not be able to get to work, school, the grocery store or other places without the ability to drive – at least, not without it being a major inconvenience to find other modes of...