Drug charges involving the selling, trafficking or possession of illegal drugs are severe in every state. When the amounts of a drug in possession are high, authorities often add on the additional charge of trafficking, which can trigger much more serious federal...
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Drug Crimes
Alternative sentencing options for drug cases in Illinois
The impact of a drug case on an accused individual can be significant. To prevent the entire course of the accused individual’s life from changing and being derailed because of a drug arrest, accused individuals should be familiar with criminal defense options and...
Police surveillance operation leads to arrests in Springfield
Many of our readers in Springfield may have seen a report about a police operation that led to the arrest of five individuals recently on November 9. The individuals who were arrested will be facing some serious criminal charges in the aftermath of the event....
Three men facing drug and weapons charges after home searched
Our readers likely know that homes usually cannot be searched without law enforcement officials first obtaining a search warrant. However, what may come as a surprise to many people is that the circumstances that allow law enforcement officials to obtain such a...
Two teenagers arrested in Springfield for drug and gun charges
When authorities are alerted of a possible crime, it is possible that law enforcement could suspect other crimes being committed once the suspect is located. Whether it is during a traffic stop or a call to possible gunfire, police may find evidence that leads to a...
Illinois drug possession laws
As a means to combat the rise in drug use in the state, Illinois take a strong stance against crimes involving drugs. The possession of a controlled substance could be evidence of personal use; however, it could also give the presumption of drug sales of trafficking....
What happens when a valid prescription leads to drug charges?
Rather than taking illegal substances, your recent drug charges stemmed from a valid medication. Do you understand why this happened? The Recovery Village explains how taking a prescription medication in the wrong place at the wrong time could lead to a...
What counts as drug paraphernalia?
When you think about drug crimes, usage or selling of outlawed substances usually comes to mind first. However, drug paraphernalia is also illegal to possess across the nation. Items and their usage Paraphernalia is often defined as an object used for drugs. Some...
A breakdown of drug crimes in illinois
As in other states, a breakdown of drug crimes in Illinois reveals patterns in drug use, drug arrests and convictions. A complex and changing mix of factors affects these patterns in a variety of ways. Pertinent factors include the availability of substances in...
How should I speak to a loved with addiction issues?
Drug addiction is associated with a wide range of negative consequences. Along with potential legal issues, including arrest and fines, there is also a risk that your loved one will overdose or have their health compromised in other ways. As a result, it’s natural for...