Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog

In our state, there are some crimes that, when committed against a household or family member, are considered a crime of domestic violence. These charges can result in some significant penalties if you are convicted, so it’s important to understand what actions qualify and what can happen if you are found guilty. Here’s what you…

When police are called to the scene of two people fighting, there are several possible scenarios that can occur after that point. If the two people live in the same household, there is a chance that the crime of domestic battery can be charged. When most people think of domestic battery charges, they imagine it’s…

Illinois is one of the states that has legalized marijuana, both recreationally and medicinally. While this makes many Illinois residents happy, it’s important to realize that this legalization isn’t a free pass. You can’t do anything you want with marijuana anywhere you please just because you’re over 21. In fact, there are some really strict…

It can be a surprise for many people when they are made aware they have an order of protection, sometimes called a restraining order, against them. In many cases involving domestic violence, orders of protection are issued by the judge without the defendant being present. This means that you may have no idea that an…

Sex crimes, unfortunately, happen quite often. And maybe more often in Illinois than other places. A study from SafeHome.org found that the state of Illinois has the fifth-highest number of people listed on their sex offender registry in the United States. That means that the state has more registered sex offenders than 45 other states…

Here are some of the most enduring misconceptions about drug crimes in Illinois, as well as the truth behind them so you have a better understanding of what it means to commit a drug crime. Myth No. 1: Drug Charges are Now Misdemeanors in Illinois While marijuana has been legalized for both medical and recreational…

Sooner or later, those who commit sex crimes will have to answer for them, especially those who commit sex crimes more than once. No matter how much money a person has or how famous they are, the law is the law. A Chicago case centering around a famous singer shows how much this is true.…

In the state of Illinois, certain acts of violence are categorized as crimes of domestic violence. When an act of violence is committed against a person in your family or household, then domestic violence laws can apply toward the charges against you, resulting in prison time, fines, and even orders of protection against you. Being…

The War on Drugs is constantly changing, so it can be a challenge to keep up with all the details surrounding drug laws in Illinois. This stands particularly now that marijuana is legal – especially regarding how that’s in direct contradiction to federal law. Federally, marijuana is still illegal. If you’re facing drug crime charges…

Sex crimes have the ability to majorly derail the lives of all involved. Those convicted of sex crimes face not only jail time and other penalties, but also must face public scrutiny long after the conviction. That is why someone facing allegations of sex crimes must thoroughly understand the charges against them as well as…