Search warrants are common in drug cases. Some people who end up facing drug crime charges in Illinois are in that position because a search warrant was executed on their home or vehicle, for example. Obviously, any time a person is arrested there are many constitutional rights that come into play. The validity of a…
Continue reading ›This month, a new law went into effect in Illinois, and with it comes a major change to the state’s criminal justice system. The Pretrial Fairness Act, which went into effect Sept. 18 ends the practice of cash bail for pretrial release. This means that thousands of people who have been charged with a crime…
Continue reading ›No-knock warrants are part of a controversial practice that allows law enforcement to enter a property without knocking or announcing themselves first. They are used most commonly in cases involving drugs, weapons or other evidence that could be easily destroyed or pose a danger to the officers. However, they also raise concerns about the violation…
Continue reading ›When a person is arrested for any reason in Illinois, it is natural for them to think about the potential consequences they might face if they are convicted. Depending on the charges, that can include incarceration, fines and other penalties. What they might not consider is the negative impact a criminal record might have as…
Continue reading ›Specific measures are taken to secure and protect personal property. Whether it is in a wallet, purse, pocket, vehicle or home, individuals in Illinois and elsewhere believe that their property is safe. Thus, when property is taken or has gone missing, many presume that it was stolen. As a result, a person could face allegations…
Continue reading ›Some people who were behind the wheel in a fatal vehicular accident can face homicide charges. Under Illinois law, these cases typically involve charges of involuntary manslaughter or reckless homicide. While these are serious charges, they fall short of a first-degree murder charge. That’s why it was somewhat surprising to read that an Illinois man…
Continue reading ›If a person is convicted of driving under the influence in Illinois, the penalties can be significant. They can vary based on several factors, including the driver’s blood alcohol concentration, how many previous DUI convictions the person has and whether anyone else was injured or killed in an accident while the driver was under the…
Continue reading ›Weapons charges in Illinois are more serious than you may think. If you are convicted of a weapons charge, you will face fines and even jail time. These consequences become even more serious if you already have a criminal record and are prohibited from possessing a firearm. This was recently illustrated in a case involving…
Continue reading ›When you’re accused of criminal wrongdoing, the police and prosecutors are going to do everything they can to try to get a conviction. They’ll pressure you, lie to you, and twist your words to make it appear that you said something that you didn’t. All of these tactics can leave you feeling like you need…
Continue reading ›When people face a criminal charge in Illinois they can experience confusion along with fear and uncertainty. The confusion oftentimes comes from a lack of knowledge about court procedure in general, and the criminal justice system specifically. And, if you are facing a violent crime charge, your future is on the line. In theory, the…
Continue reading ›
Our offices are located at the corner of South Fifth Street and Vine, in the historic Mary Bryant Home for the Blind.
