When you think of someone committing a crime, you probably naturally assume it is a violent crime. While that may not always be true, there are reasons our minds automatically think of crimes as violent. They are the types of crimes society condemns the most and the...
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Violent Crimes
Due process when facing a violent crime charge
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...
Defendants’ options in a domestic violence case
If police get contacted about a family fight or argument between two people in a relationship, there is always a chance that a Springfield-area resident can wind up facing a charge related to domestic violence. Domestic battery is a separate criminal charge in...
When is self-defense a legitimate defense to battery charges?
Facing criminal charges for physical battery is a serious matter, and a conviction can have lasting consequences for your life. The situation is even worse when you feel that you don’t deserve the charges because you were merely defending yourself or someone else when...
Here’s why you need to know about jury selection
There are a lot of moving parts in your criminal case. And, although it may seem like a lot to tackle, you have to competently address every one of them if you hope to maximize your chances of successfully defending yourself. This means protecting your rights during...
What is the difference between assault and battery?
Nearly every Illinois resident is probably familiar with the terms assault and battery, and it is common to think they both mean the same thing. People generally think a physical or violent attack on someone is both an assault and battery, but that is not true. In...
Brothers arrested in Springfield on weapon charges
Convicted felons are not allowed to possess weapons in Illinois, even if the prior felony conviction occurred in another state. The ban is total and absolute. Two brothers who are alleged to be convicted felons in possession of weapons were arrested in Springfield on...
Defense options to assault and battery charges
Not long ago this Illinois-based criminal defense blog provided its readers with a post on assault and battery charges. These crimes can result in serious penalties for those convicted and can alter the course of affected individuals’ lives. However, defendants do not...
When can you be charged with assault or battery in Illinois?
Sometimes arguments go beyond mere words and things get physical. When this happens, it could lead to more than just injuries -- it could lead to assault and battery charges. The following is a brief overview of the types of assault and battery crimes in Illinois....
How does Illinois define first-degree murder?
First-degree murder constitutes the most serious homicide charge you can face in Illinois. Homicide itself means killing someone deliberately and without authority of law. Illinois Criminal Code Chapter 720, Section 5/9-1, contains the laws applying to first-degree...