Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog

The juvenile justice system was established in Illinois over 100 years ago. It was created because Illinois recognizes juveniles who commit crimes are far different than adults that do. As such, the juvenile rehabilitation system needs to be distinct. In fact, research shows that juvenile offenders have a greater capacity for change than adults. Additionally,…

If you’ve got a criminal record, then you know what a big impact it can have on your life. Criminal records can affect everything from employment to housing — they can even make it difficult to secure loans for schooling. Luckily, for anyone who has been convicted of certain crimes involving marijuana in Illinois, there…

You may think if you don’t actually commit a crime that you’re free and clear under the law. That’s not necessarily true. In Illinois, the Law of Accountability can lead to the arrest and conviction of someone based on the theory of accountability. How is this possible? Read on more to find out about this…

If you are charged with a sex crime in Illinois, then you’re facing some significant legal consequences. Most sex crime convictions require the defendant to register as a sex offender which will make your criminal history available to the public. Your registration will come up every time you look for a job or try to…

“Assault and battery.” You’ve probably heard this phrase on shows about law enforcement or violent crimes. These two terms are paired together so often that they almost sound like the same crime. The truth about assault and battery in Illinois may come as a surprise to you, though. One of these crimes is more “serious”…

Unemployment has hit Illinois hard. As the state works through its plan to tackle COVID-19, many people have been left without jobs. Many of those who have managed to maintain their jobs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic have been working from home. This is good because it keeps people from coming into contact with one another,…

“No Trespassing” signs are everywhere. The frequency with which people see them may mean people don’t take them as seriously as they should. Still, trespassing is a serious crime. In fact, in Illinois, there are some scenarios where trespassing can result in felony charges. Here’s what you need to know. What Is Trespassing in Illinois?…

It isn’t uncommon for disagreements and arguments to sometimes become violent. When these incidents are serious enough, then typically someone within earshot (or closer) will call the police. Usually, the result is criminal charges for one or both of the parties involved. The thing is, when there’s actual physical contact, there’s also a line between…

This year has flipped every rulebook on its head. The ways that we go to work, order food, go to the grocery store, and meet up with friends have all been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Work happy hours now take place online and rideshares appear to be more dangerous than safe. One thing has…

Child predators are regularly featured on the news as some of the worst criminals out there. They are depicted as not only committing the crime of sexual assault but also as predators hunting the most vulnerable population. Of course, sexual predators are defined as people who have “committed a sexually violent offense and especially likely…