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.

Imagine this: You or a loved one is arrested for a non-violent crime. You’re innocent until proven guilty, but without enough money for bail, you’ll remain behind bars until trial. Your freedom hinges on your finances, not public safety. This was the reality for many in Illinois until the state passed the Pretrial Fairness Act. Now, with cash bail eliminated, navigating this new system requires skilled legal guidance. Andrew M. Weisberg is the Chicago defense attorney you need to protect [...]