Springfield Criminal Defense Blog

If you have been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving and blown a breath test that shows you at 0.08%, does this mean you are not entitled to a defense against DUI charges? No, it does not. In this blog post, we will discuss chemical breath tests and how to defend against their evidence.…

Criminal cases that involve drug charges are serious—there are no “minor” drug cases. Yes, possession charges may come with the potential for a less-severe sentence than, say, distribution or manufacturing of illegal drugs, but any type of conviction for drug charges will stay on your record for a long time, possibly limiting your opportunities in…

The world has changed in Illinois and throughout the country concerning the legality of marijuana. Beginning in January of 2020, individuals who are at least 21 can possess and use recreational marijuana in Illinois. But there are restrictions. Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act The Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act radically restricted the scope of drug…

It is legal to possess a variety of guns in Illinois, but there are rules surrounding ownership or possession. There are a few different types of guns that are illegal simply based on the type of gun, such as machine guns. There are also laws about where people can possess firearms. For example, people need…

While some traffic violations in Illinois are criminal misdemeanors, most tickets are considered petty offenses. This means that if the allegation sticks, a person will have to pay a traffic fine and other fees. Although the ticket will probably appear on a person’s driving record and involve an assessment of points against their license, it…

When you face an assault charge or any other charge that results from a crime of violence, you have likely already been told about how much of an effect these charges can have on your life. Depending on the severity of the charges, you could face thousands in fines and years, if not decades, in…

Even though you’re considered innocent until proven guilty, the police are going to think the worst of you when they see something that they think is indicative of criminal wrongdoing. This is often seen in the context of alleged drunk driving, where the police automatically assume that slurred speech or unsteady balance is conclusive of…

Although the prosecution may present physical evidence against you in your case, they’re probably going to heavily rely on witness testimony to try to obtain a conviction. Since the trier of fact, either the judge or jury, will be tasked with assigning that testimony with the appropriate amount of weight, you have to ensure that…

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 you engaged in the physical altercation. Under specific circumstances, you can…

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 the investigation phase, engaging in proper jury selection,…