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....
Violent Crimes
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...
Are you working on controlling your anger?
Maybe your partner or spouse makes you upset without meaning to. Or perhaps life in Illinois inevitably aggravates you, causing you to unleash your aggression before you can contain it. To avoid hurting someone and ending up in handcuffs, you should learn to control...
I’ve been accused of domestic violence, now what?
It’s common for couples to fight during the course of a marriage. It’s also common for arguments to become heated, which can sometimes be misinterpreted. This is especially true when it comes to divorce proceedings. Some spouses will misrepresent arguments...