Homicide crimes are the most serious of all crimes, and include murder and manslaughter. Because these crimes are so serious, penalties are equally serious. A person convicted of murder in Illinois is facing imprisonment for years, possibly for life.…
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Drug offenses are among the most commonly charged in Illinois. Police and prosecutors aggressively pursue convictions, regardless of the amount of drugs involved. In Illinois and under federal law, drug convictions follow strict sentencing guidelines…
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White collar crimes like fraud and embezzlement involve deceit and concealment, usually for some financial benefit. While white collar crimes do not involve physical violence, these crimes are still treated very seriously under both Illinois and fede…
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Burglary, robbery, and theft are property-related crimes which may be charged together. Burglary involves illegal entry into a home, business, or other building with the intention of committing theft or another crime. Theft is essentially the intenti…
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The State of Illinois has enacted strict firearm laws with the intention of protecting the public. If you are unaware of the extent of these laws, you could find yourself in deep trouble if you carry a handgun, rifle, or other firearm. In Illinois, y…
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Driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois is a serious crime. It is also something that can happen to almost anyone. You may feel that you have consumed only a reasonable amount of alcohol and that you’re capable of driving, but if you̵…
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In Illinois, prosecutors aggressively pursue convictions in domestic violence charges. Some actions clearly constitute domestic violence, but other more innocent-seeming actions, like blocking the door to prevent a partner from leaving during an argu…
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Conviction of a sex crime in Illinois carries penalties that can have devastating impacts on the person’s life. Most sex offenses are felonies, so the the risk of prison time is real and significant. In Illinois, criminal sexual assault is non-…
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In the Chicago area, you rely on your car to get around. If you’re convicted of certain traffic violations, your freedom to drive is jeopardized, and you will likely pay increased insurance rates as a result of your conviction. Illinois assesse…
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It doesn’t seem fair that a youthful mistake could derail your entire future, but unfortunately for many juveniles convicted of crimes, that’s exactly what happens. Whether the result of an impulsive action with unforeseen results, or an…
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The Illinois criminal justice system is, unfortunately, far from perfect. Lawyers and judges can make mistakes that lead to an unfair trial or unjust result. Fortunately, Illinois does provide a way to try to correct those mistakes if you are wrongly…
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For many people, an impulsive decision or youthful mistake results in a criminal conviction and a criminal record. Having a criminal record can cause you all kinds of problems. It can keep you from getting a job, obtaining housing, getting into colle…
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