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Best Apps to Help You Avoid Driving Drunk in Chicago

In this age of smartphones, software developers have created several savvy apps to help you avoid getting charged with a DUI in Chicago. Here’s the best of the best, and what you can do if you are facing DUI charges.

 

Best Apps to Prevent a DUI Charge

 

Several apps help you monitor your drinking habits and call for a ride home. These are our top picks.

 

DrinkTracker

This app is for iOS users. You enter your age, [...]

Don’t Let St. Paddy’s Day Partying Lead to Chicago Drug Charges

St. Patrick’s Day is a great day to party in Chicago. There are many city celebrations with lots of ways for you to have fun.

 

The spirit of the Irish will be present in the green waters of the Chicago River. It will also show up in the Irish dancers and bagpipers in several parades and festivals. You’ll see it in the Irish food in many restaurants and pubs.

 

That’s because Chicago has a high concentration of residents [...]

Breaking Down Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse in Illinois

Few crimes are as grievous and carry as much of a negative stigma as sex crimes. Many different acts can lead to sex crime charges, some of which are far more severe than others. Unfortunately, however, most convictions still lead to the same result: you become a registered sex offender. This carries a humiliating stigma, and severely compromises offenders’ freedom, even if they were originally found guilty of an arguably lesser offense.

 

 

Take criminal sexual abuse. This law [...]

Illinois Gun Control Laws: An Overview

Illinois gun control laws try to balance public safety and personal freedoms. In this post, we’ll detail what the Illinois gun control laws allow and limit, and what to do if you are facing weapons charges in Illinois.

 

What Illinois Gun Control Laws Regulate

 

To legally purchase or possess a firearm in Illinois, you must be at least 18 years old for a concealed weapon permit or at least 21 years old if convicted of a misdemeanor other [...]

Will Two Counts of Residential Burglary in Chicago Double Your Sentence?

Recently, there have been a number of residential burglary charges filed in Chicago where the defendants were hit with multiple counts.

 

What does that mean?

 

In this post, we’ll describe the residential burglary laws in Illinois and their penalties – including how multiple counts work, and what you can do to protect your rights if you are charged with this crime.

 

First let’s look a couple of those recent cases.

 

Recent Chicago Burglary Cases

 

In [...]

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Illinois Expungement Laws: Can You Clear Your Record?

Expungement / Sealing Records

A past arrest or charge—even one that didn’t lead to a conviction—can stick with you for years. It can show up in background checks, cost you job opportunities, or affect where you live.

Thousands of people in Illinois live with records that no longer reflect who they are. Expungement offers a chance to clear your name—but the process isn’t automatic or easy. That’s where the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg, a respected Chicago, IL criminal defense attorney, can step in [...]

Can Shoplifting Be a Felony in Illinois?

Felonies | Shoplifting / Retail Theft

Yes, shoplifting can be charged as a felony in Illinois, and the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can help you protect your future. Even a small mistake at a store can lead to serious legal trouble that follows you for years.

If you were stopped or arrested for shoplifting, talk to a Chicago, IL criminal defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg. Getting legal help now can make a real difference in how your case plays out.

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