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Facing a Property Crime Charge in Illinois? Strategies to Beat It

If you have been charged with a property crime in Illinois, you need to take it seriously and work to put together the strongest possible defense to fight back. Depending on the nature of your alleged crime, you could be facing years in prison, high fines, and more.

 

How do you know which strategy is most likely to help in your specific situation? There’s no easy answer, but your best chance at a positive outcome is to work with [...]

Illinois Property Crimes and Their Associated Penalties

There are all kinds of illegal acts that fall under the umbrella of “property crimes” in Illinois, and not all of them are created equal. Depending on what you are accused of doing, you may face a misdemeanor or a felony, and consequences vary quite a bit as well.

 

Below, we’re going to detail the most common property crimes in Illinois and their associated penalties.

 

Acts that Illinois Defines as Property Crimes

 

Arson

A person commits arson [...]

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Do You Have to Register as a Sex Offender for a Sex Crime Charge?

Sex Crimes | Sex Offender Registration

Sex crime accusations in Chicago can destroy everything you’ve worked for. Your reputation, your job, your family relationships, all hanging in the balance. Many people assume these charges automatically mean sex offender registration, but that’s not always true. Illinois law has specific requirements that don’t apply to every case.

At the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg, our Chicago, IL sex crime defense lawyers have defended countless clients against these allegations. We know how to challenge registration requirements when possible and [...]

Guide on the Criminal Justice Process in Chicago

Criminal Defense

The criminal justice system isn’t built for grace. It’s built for speed, pressure, and punishment. One misstep, one wrong place at the wrong time, and suddenly you’re booked, charged, and facing life-changing consequences. The courtroom doesn’t always wait for the full story. But your future deserves to be heard and defended with care.

That’s where the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg come in. As a seasoned Chicago, IL criminal defense lawyer, Andrew knows how to handle the system, challenge unfair [...]