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What Constitutes a Hate Crime in Chicago?
In April 2014, a gunman walked into a Jewish Community Center in Kansas City and killed three people. Because of the gunman’s ties to the
Traffic Tickets May Be More Serious Than You Think
Almost every driver in the Chicago area will get pulled over by law enforcement at one point or another and, many times, they will receive
The Role of Forensic Labs in DUI Defense
If you are facing charges for driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois, there are many potential defenses that an experienced attorney will explore. For
Illinois Concealed Weapons
Illinois Concealed Weapon Law Not until the year 2012, the law in Illinois forbid any citizen to carry a gun or any firearm either openly
When Can I be Charged with Assault in Illinois?
Assault is a criminal offense, set out by Illinois law 720 ILCS 5/12-1. When most people think of assault, they think of a physical attack
Consequences of Sex Crimes in Illinois
Criminal charges always come with potentially serious penalties. Criminal consequences can vary widely, depending on many factors, including the severity of the charge, your past
Police Misconduct Ruling in Chicago
It is always stressful when police officers apprehend you, however the situation becomes much more troublesome when one or more officers engage in any type
Murder Suspect Walks out of Chicago Hospital
by Steven Goldman In December, 21-year-old Mark Cherry was rushed to Chicago-area Advocate Christ Medical Center with a gunshot wound. After spending three months in
Man Faces Murder, Weapons Charges for Shooting Death of 19-year-old Woman
The shooting death of a 19-year-old Detroit woman has sparked outrage across the country, and has raised questions as to whether the shooting was racially
Chicago Tour Bus Driver Sentenced to 34 Years For Aggravated DUI, Felony Convictions
Drinking alcohol and driving don’t mix well, and neither do DUI charges and other felony crimes. A Chicago man learned this this hard way this
Weapons Charges Take Center Stage in Illinois News as Lawmakers Consider Firearms Legislation
Several news stories regarding weapons charges in Illinois have popped up in the last week, highlighting both the conduct of offenders and the activities of
Defense Attorneys Argue that DUI Charges in Computer Cleaner Huffing Case are Unconstitutional
It may come as no surprise that Illinois DUI laws prohibit the consumption of intoxicating substances other than just alcohol when operating a motor vehicle.
Two Chicago Men Face Charges for Felony Crimes After Threatening 73-Year-Old Priest
Felony crimes can be committed in an endless number of scenarios. Drug crimes, violent crimes, sexual crimes, and property theft crimes all seem like the
Illinois Prosecutors Drop Weapons Charges After State Supreme Court’s Aguilar Ruling
Earlier this fall, the Illinois State Supreme Court ruled on one aspect of an important issue that Illinois has wrestled with for a very long
Chicago Man Faces Aggravated DUI Charges after Allegedly Injuring Nine People in Accident
Drunk driving charges can seriously impact a person’s life professionally, socially, and financially. DUI charges can become even more serious when a drunk driving accident
Chicago Bears Fan Faces Weapons Charges after Allegedly Tasering Wife Pursuant to Bet
When football season heats up things can sometimes get a little out of hand, but it is a rare case that a little bit of
Chicago Case Reinforces Prisoners’ Rights to Adequate Medical Care
Whether a person is arrested on felony crimes charges or misdemeanor drug crimes, he or she is entitled to adequate medical care when detained in jail. The constitution
Chicago Nightclub Owner Faces Serious Felony Charges after Allegedly Burning Down Club to Cash in on Insurance Policy
The age-old story of the man or woman who tried to cash in on a hefty insurance policy by committing arson and burning down his
Illinois Man Faces Serious Felony Charges in Relation to Alleged Hate Crime against Mail Carrier
Hate crimes are likely among the felony crimes that are the least accepted by society in general. The law reflects society’s condemnation of discrimination on
Coal City Man Faces Carjacking Sentence after Going on the Run
Going on the run after being charged with felony crimes and posting up a bond for bail is never a good idea. While some people
Skokie Police Officer Faces Criminal Charges and Civil Lawsuit After Allegedly Mistreating DUI Arrestee
Earlier this fall reports came out revealing that a Skokie police officer had allegedly mistreated a woman in his custody who had been arrested for
Aurora, Illinois Man in Prison for Double Murder Faces Murder and Felony Crimes Charges for Alleged Strangling of Wife
Even if a person is already in jail serving out a sentence for a felony crimes conviction, he or she can be indicted for other
Man Faces Sex Crimes Charge after Meeting with 12-Year-Old from Internet Dating Site
The internet makes almost everything easier, faster, and more convenient than ever, including dating. However, meeting up and having sex with a person from a
Illinois Men Face Drug Crimes Charges after Pseudoephedrine Purchase
Methamphetamine is a popular and dangerous drug that has spread across the United States at a rapid pace. With the widespread use of this drug,
Collateral Consequences Resulting from Felony Crimes Convictions
While some consequences of a conviction for a felony crime may be well-known, other consequences may not be as obvious. When a person is convicted
Woman Stands Trial for First Degree Murder for Alleged Shooting of Veteran Chicago Police Officer
First degree murder is likely the most serious felony crime that a person can commit, and accordingly brings with it the most severe penalties and
Chicago Man Faces Charges for Felony Crimes after Killing Sister’s Dog
There are several felony crimes that are likely known by most people throughout Illinois. Rape, murder, burglary, robbery, and drug crimes are all reported regularly
Southern Illinois Alderman Faces Charges for Serious Felony Crimes in Relation to Sexual Abuse of Victim
Last week a man from southern Illinois was jailed on serious felony crimes stemming from sexual abuse of an unnamed victim. Wgem.com reports that the
Chicago Man Stands Trial for Felony Crimes for 2010 Baseball Bat Beating
Armed robbery is often associated with images of a masked person holding up a bank with a gun. However, in the real world, the crime
Chicago High School Students Face Charges for Felony Crimes after School Prank
Schoolyard pranks are likely not foreign to any American teenager. However, schoolyard pranks that end up with pranksters facing charges for felony crimes are a
DUI Charges Enhanced for Drunk Drivers with Child Passengers
DUI laws in Illinois are governed by the complex statutes that make up the Illinois Compiled Statutes. A driver’s other conduct, such as drug possession
Felony Arson Under Illinois Criminal Laws
While playing with fire may not seem like a big deal to some people, it can sometimes lead to criminal charges for serious felony crimes.
Man Allegedly Goes on Sexual Assault Streak in Chicago Neighborhoods
This week in the Washington Heights and Fernwood neighborhoods of Chicago, a man allegedly went on a raping streak which may eventually include not only
Illinois Governor Bans State Jobs From Asking About Applicants’ Criminal Pasts
A felony crimes conviction brings with it a number of different consequences. One such consequence is that a criminal record often makes it difficult for
First of Three Illinois Men Pleads Guilty to Felony Crimes for 2011 Sexual Assault and Robbery
Being a teenager is often an exciting time. It is not uncommon for teens to get into mischief while exploring their new freedoms and independence
Illinois Supreme Court Orders Peoria Man New Trial on Robbery and Sexual Assault Convictions
It is difficult to comprehend that an innocent man could be convicted of serious felony crimes and sentenced to sixty years in prison. Though the
Chicago Man Allegedly Kidnaps Toddler, Faces Charges for Multiple Felony Crimes
Kidnapping is a serious felony crime that may result in jail time and other harsh consequences in the case of a conviction. An aggravated kidnapping
Mother and Fiancee Face Charges for Serious Felony Crimes in Connection with Death of 5-year-old Son
On Sunday, September 29, police officers from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to a tragic call regarding an unresponsive child. According to The Edwardsville
DUI Strip Search Challenged by Alleged Drunk Driver
When a person is stopped and arrested on DUI charges, he or she may be scared and confused as to what is going to happen
Retail Theft can be a Serious Felony Crime under Illinois Law
To some, shoplifting may seem like a victimless crime. Large department stores or convenience shops may seem less personal than a house or apartment because
Man Jailed for 385 Days on False Felony Charges Awarded $1 Million by Jury
Generally speaking, Chicago citizens trust police officers to serve and protect them, and to arrest and investigate offenders suspected of committing dangerous misdemeanor and felony
Former City Worker Gets 20 Year Sentence for Sex Crimes Conviction
Sex crimes are among some of the most seriously prosecuted crimes under Illinois law. They also often become an offender’s identity after conviction and release
Illinois Man Charged with Possession of Meth Precursors Outside Nuclear Plant
Drug crimes are among the most common crimes that are brought to criminal court in Illinois. Methamphetamine, or “meth,” remains a popular drug with a
Prosecutors Charge First Two Suspects in Basketball Park Shooting with Serious Felony Crimes
Last week a shooting in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood left Cook County prosecutors looking for suspects to charge with the horrendous felony crimes
Prosecutors Consider Bringing Felony Weapons Charges Against Man who Brought Gun to Golf Tournament
Illinois is no stranger to controversy over gun control laws. With the recent passage of new legislation, as well as new precedent established by the
Illinois Men Charged with Felony Sex Crimes Against Women they Knew
Under Illinois criminal law, a person commits the felony crime criminal sexual assault when he or she sexually penetrates another person under several different circumstances. Those circumstances
College Wrestler Avoids Conviction on Felony Crime for Entering Police Sergeant’s Home
A night of drinking can lead to a variety of unexpected behavior. Sometimes drinking leads to domestic violence, other times it leads to DUI charges, and sometimes it
Illinois Bus Driver Faces Felony DUI Charges after Arrest on Bus Route
Whether a person was out partying, or was simply enjoying evening drinks over a quiet meal, ending a night with DUI charges is never ideal. Being stopped
Illinois Man Convicted of Domestic Battery Narrowly Avoids Lengthy Jail Sentence
Domestic violence cases are rarely cut and dry. A domestic battery case may involve drug or alcohol abuse, mental health problems, and other serious issues. A domestic battery
Felony Crimes and Misdemeanor Unlawful Weapons Charges often go Hand-in-Hand
When people think of a weapon used in threatening someone or committing a crime, they likely think of a gun. Today, more often than not,
Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Sex Crimes Against Child Under 13-years-Old
Sex crimes or rape against a child are some of the most serious crimes prosecuted under Illinois law. A person who has a rape or sex crimes conviction
Burglary and Robbery Under Illinois Criminal Law
Burglary and robbery are often used interchangeably by the media, movies, and people in their everyday conversations. However, under Illinois law, burglary and robbery are actually two
Kidnapping for Ransom Ends in Felony Kidnapping Charges for Four Chicago Men
Kidnapping is a serious felony crime under Illinois law, and should not be taken lightly. Many Americans probably believe that kidnapping is what they see in the movies.
Illinois Mothers Face First-Degree Murder Charges for Killing Sons in Two Separate Incidents
Emotions and tensions can run high when it comes to a fight between family members. Domestic violence against a spouse, child abuse, and intense fights between siblings
Wrong-Way Accident Results in Potential Aggravated DUI Charges after Death of Two Young Women
DUI charges are never easy to deal with. Expensive and embarrassing, DUI charges may not only result in heavy fines and penalties, but interlock devices, loss
Chicago Kidnapping Victim Leads Cops to Drugs, Now Faces Felony Drug Possession Charges
There is often more than one angle to a single criminal incident, and, of course, there are many sides to every story. However, it is
Chicago Man Gets 75-Year Sentence for Second Rape Conviction
Rape is a very serious felony crime in American society. A convicted rapist not only generally serves a jail sentence, but must spend the rest of his or
School Burglary Ends in Juvenile Felony Charges
A school hardly seems like the perfect target for a large-scale burglary. However, as schools become more technologically advanced, and electronics become more portable, a
Illinois is No Stranger to Meth-Related Drug Crimes
Almost everyone is aware of the dangers of methamphetamines. The media, schools, and outreach programs have made it clear that meth users may not only
New Illinois Gun Law Establishes Stolen Gun Reporting Requirements
One of the frequent statistics cited by gun-control opponents is that lawful gun owners are generally not the perpetrators of gun-related crimes. But what happens
Chicago Robbery Suspects Face Numerous Felony Criminal Charges after Neighborhood Robbery and Attempted Escape
A robbery last weekend in Chicago’s Albany Park neighborhood demonstrates the wide variety of felony criminal charges that a suspect may face in an alleged robbery involving a firearm.
Off-Duty Chicago Officer Fends Off Attempted Rapist, Chicago Craigslist Rapist Charged with Sixth Crime
This week an off-duty police officer faced a harrowing ordeal when a man attempted to rape her on Thursday afternoon. CBSlocal.com reports that the police officer was taking a
First-Degree Murder and the Death Penalty under Illinois Law
First-Degree Murder Charges in the Headlines Early this week in Chicago two very different incidents both gave rise to first-degree murder charges. The first incident occurred on
Illinois Updates its Domestic Violence Laws
Domestic violence is a complicated crime. It is often difficult and uncomfortable for domestic violence perpetrators, as well as their victims, to speak about the facts
How to Clear Your Criminal Record in Illinois
These days, you can’t get passed most applications for all sorts of things without some kind of background check. If you have a criminal record
Sobriety Checkpoints
This is the age of Facebook, Twitter, and any other instant message update available. These social media platforms have been useful for consumers to warn
Warrants in Illinois
Most people are quite familiar with the word “warrant.” We can see the drama play out on popular TV shows when the police hastily get
What Is Reasonable Doubt?
No mater whether you reside in Illinois or any other state, no matter whether you are tried in state or federal court, no matter if
NY Police Stop and Frisk Methods: Unconstitutional
What is Stop and Frisk? Of late, there has been much discussion revolving around NY Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s stop and frisk policy. What is stop
