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Since Illinois legalized marijuana both recreationally and medically in the state in 2020, many people have taken advantage of it. However, the new laws do not allow certain things. It’s important to know what you’re allowed to do with marijuana and what you’re not allowed to do – if you want to stay out of…

Being arrested isn’t something on most people’s to-do list, which is why a majority of folks find themselves without any idea of what to do in the event they are arrested – especially for something as serious as drug crimes. Illinois may have made marijuana legal, but rest assured there are still plenty of ways…

If you’ve ever encountered a drug sniffing dog in Illinois, you probably have wondered about the legalities of their use. After all, can a drug sniffing dog just identify you as someone of interest when you’re walking down the street? What about if you’re in the car? In your house? There is a lot to…

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…

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…

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…

Being charged with possession of illegal substances is not something to be taken lightly, but it could land you in especially hot water if you’re convicted in the state of Illinois. Why? Because Illinois courts enforce mandatory minimum sentences for drug trafficking, and you can be charged with drug trafficking based on the amount of…

Airport security can be stressful enough, but when officers walk by with dogs, everyone seems to tighten up. No one wants a drug-sniffing dog to walk by and start barking. Unfortunately, countless drug-sniffing dogs have made a scene over someone who wasn’t doing anything illegal. Some studies even show that these dogs are more often…

The fact that prescription drugs can be obtained legally from a pharmacy has given rise to two widely believed myths: One, the drugs are somehow less dangerous than other illicit drugs. The other, law enforcement takes their illicit handling less seriously. The reality is, prescription drug abuse can be deadly, and law enforcement is only…

Whether you are a police officer, a criminal defense lawyer, or someone who is facing violent crime charges, we can all agree: America has a prison problem. How big is the problem? While our country has just under 5% of the world’s population, we account for 22% of the world’s prison population. Why? In recent…