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Feds Arrest 13 Alleged Drug Traffickers in Chicago

Recently thirteen people were arrested on drug trafficking charges in the Chicago area. Federal agents conducted a two-year investigation on Chicago’s Northwest side and in western suburbs and discovered an operation that distributed fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine. Many transactions allegedly occurred, including one at an Aurora gas station.

 

Arrests like these are becoming more common as the federal government cracks down on drug trafficking. Federal, state, and local agencies are acting in cooperation to put a stop to drug [...]

How to Protect Yourself and Fight against White Collar Charges

Just because a crime doesn’t involve violence, that doesn’t mean the penalties will be any less severe.

 

If you commit a white collar crime – a nonviolent, financially motivated crime such as fraud, embezzlement, bribery, money laundering, forgery, and others – you could be punished with a number of consequences, including:

 

    Expensive fines as high as $1 million for certain offenses such as bank fraud Lengthy prison sentences Restitution – paying back the money you appropriated for yourself
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How to Handle It If You are Falsely Accused of Shoplifting in Illinois

Being falsely accused of a crime like shoplifting can be confusing and unsettling, and you may not know what to do. How do you fight back against the word of a store manager or security personnel? What kind of evidence can help your case? What are your rights?

 

Unfortunately, this isn’t just some imaginary “what if” scenario. False shoplifting accusations occur all the time.

 

Case-in-point? Last year, a 12-year-old girl and her 13-year-old friend were falsely accused of [...]

Drug Asset Forfeiture Is Changing in Illinois

Asset forfeiture has recently come under scrutiny in our country. Many police officers are abusing their power and seizing assets from people of color and those with lower incomes as opposed to large-scale drug enterprises, which is why the law was passed in the first place.

 

Luckily, our state – along with numerous other states – is seeking to reform these unfair laws that violate a person’s due process rights.

 

Let’s first look at what happens during asset [...]

Five of the Most Common Juvenile Crimes in Chicago

Most teenagers rebel to some extent, and many are involved in petty crimes to some degree. Unfortunately, that probably won’t bring you much comfort if you get a call that your son or daughter has been arrested or a cops knocks on your door with them in tow.

 

If your child has been charged with a crime, it can’t help but be a stressful and nerve-racking experience. As a parent, you have your child’s best interests at heart, and [...]

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The Difference Between Assault and Aggravated Assault in Illinois

Aggravated Assault | Assault

In Illinois, the line between assault and aggravated assault often comes down to the presence of aggravating factors. While both offenses involve actions that place someone in fear of immediate harm, aggravated assault includes elements that make the conduct more harmful. If you are faced with an assault charge, a Chicago criminal defense lawyer can explain these distinctions and their consequences. The legal team at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can assist you in separating the two cases and [...]

How Mental Health Defenses Work in Chicago Criminal Cases

Criminal Defense | Mental Health

Mental health plays an increasingly recognized role in Illinois criminal law. When someone charged with a crime in Chicago has a diagnosed mental health condition or psychological disorder, it can significantly affect how the case proceeds. From investigation through sentencing, mental illness can influence criminal responsibility, competency, and potential sentencing outcomes.

At the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg, our team understands the complex connection between mental health and criminal defense. As an experienced Chicago criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Weisberg provides [...]