Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog

As far as the state of Illinois is concerned, the family unit needs to be protected. Therefore, when violence erupts between people who share a particular relationship in the state, it’s a crime that is taken very seriously. Domestic violence is an issue that the state of Illinois has enacted laws in an attempt to…

You’ve counted down the last moments of 2022, and now 2023 is here – it’s time for a fresh start. However, moving on from the previous year can be a bit more complicated if you’re facing criminal charges from the last minutes of 2022. Some crimes commonly get people arrested in Illinois on New Year’s…

Child sexual abuse charges are serious. A conviction for this crime can send someone to prison in Illinois for decades. That’s why if you or someone you love is facing these significant charges, you not only need an experienced attorney, but you also need to know what these charges mean. Criminal sexual abuse in Illinois…

When most people think of the holidays, they think of time spent with loved ones as they exchange gifts and eat copious amounts of decadent food! Or perhaps it’s a time of the year when you take some much-needed time off to relax before the new year begins. Whatever the holiday season means to you,…

Sealing and expunging are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but the truth is they are two very different things – and they’ll accomplish different things in the state of Illinois as well. Is it better to have your record expunged or sealed in the state? In some cases, you do have a choice…

In Illinois, being falsely accused of any crime is a serious issue, but facing false allegations of assault charges seems to be especially egregious. You may feel helpless in the face of these accusations, but you are not. There are things you can do to protect yourself and your rights. Assault charges can result in…

Thanksgiving is traditionally a time of year that is about celebration and relaxation. Sometimes, however, celebrating can go too far and involve illegal drugs. If you were arrested on Thanksgiving or the weekend following for drugs, it could be a complex situation. The holiday shuts down the courts and means you may need to settle…

In Illinois, laws surrounding the prosecution and sentencing of sex crimes can be quite complex. There are so many different types of sex crimes it is difficult to break down each category to understand them. However, the consequences that follow a conviction of a sex crime are fairly easy to understand because they apply to…

In Illinois, certain property crimes are common. “Common,” however, does not mean that they come with light consequences. While property crimes can be misdemeanors, many can also be felonies. That’s why it’s vital for every citizen to understand common property crimes, including how the law defines them and the consequences of a conviction. Read on…

Halloween is a holiday many people love. It’s entertaining to dress up and attempt to eat your body weight in fun-size candy bars, but Halloween has a side many people don’t consider: An increase in crime. Unfortunately, something about this holiday causes some to take things too far and engage in criminal activity. Whether this…