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How a Domestic Violence Conviction Can Ruin Your Career

For Chicago Bears defensive end Ray McDonald, jail time and fines may be the least of the consequences he faces for his domestic violence charge.

 

The pro football player was arrested last month on domestic violence charges after allegedly physically assaulting a victim while she was holding a baby, according to CNN. Following his arrest, the Bears released McDonald from the team.

 

The Bears had taken a gamble on McDonald when they took him on, knowing that the [...]

More DUI Checkpoints in Latino and African American Neighborhoods

DUI checkpoints—sometimes referred to as sobriety checkpoints—are roadblocks set up by officers to stop vehicles to check for drunk drivers. DUI checkpoints are designed to achieve surprise, and are often set up in areas not visible to approaching traffic. Typically, vehicles are stopped in a specific sequence, such as every other vehicle, or every fourth and fifth vehicle. If an officer’s initial encounter with a driver gives him or her reasonable suspicion that the driver is drunk, the officer may [...]

Prostitution Stings Net Arrests – But Do They Violate Rights?

This past March was a busy month for the Romeoville police force. Local police conducted a prostitution sting between March 20 and 27, arresting 20 men for soliciting a prostitute during the process.

 

To attract solicitors, the police set up an advertisement for prostitution online. “We try to do this every couple years,” police Commander John Ferdinardo explained to reporters from the Chicago Tribune.

 

Officers set up their investigation in the 1200 block of Lakeview Drive, where [...]

Possible Punishments for Violating Probation

In Chicago, the punishments you face for violating the terms of your probation are often much worse than probation itself.

 

Probation is a frequently used sentencing option in Illinois, where a judge orders a defendant who has been found guilty of a crime to follow a set of strict rules for a period of time. Generally, probation requires offenders to act lawfully and responsibly, and comply with a variety of rehabilitation and counseling components. Common probationary terms may include [...]

Common Defenses against Disorderly Conduct Charges

It was a quiet Friday night in Edgewater, the whoosh of the occasional passing car mingling with the murmur of the NBA playoffs on TVs within apartment buildings. But the calm was punctuated suddenly when the whistle of a police siren sounded near the 6300 block of North Lakewood.

 

At least, that’s what happened according to a report from the Chicago Sun Times.

A Roger Park District police car signalled for another vehicle to stop, and both drivers [...]

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How Illinois Law Treats Resisting Arrest Charges

Resisting Arrest

Resisting arrest charges can have serious consequences, including fines, probation, and even jail time. If you are accused of this crime, you need to know how Illinois law treats resisting arrest charges. You also need to have an experienced Illinois criminal defense attorney on your side who can guide you through the complex legal system.

At the Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg, we are dedicated to providing strong legal representation and fighting for the rights of individuals facing resisting [...]

What Happens at an Illinois Bond Hearing?

Bail Bonds

Your first court appearance after an arrest in Illinois isn’t just a formality. It’s called a bond hearing, and what happens during those few minutes can set the tone for everything that comes next. It’s not the time to hope for the best or rely on guesswork. Your freedom might depend on how well your Chicago, Illinois criminal defense lawyer frames your situation immediately. An attorney with the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg will do precisely that.

Why Bond Hearings[...]