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What to Do When New Year’s Mistakes Lead to Charges

In the days leading up to New Year’s Eve, it seems that every media outlet from The New York Times to BuzzFeed is filled with articles on how to make the most out of your New Year’s celebrations—from which outfits to wear to which bars to visit in your area. In the days following New Year’s, however, the headlines get a lot bleaker—stories about arrests, drunk driving accidents, and domestic abuses scream out from every newspaper and website.

 

As [...]

New Law Would Allow Medical Marijuana Use for Veterans

When it comes to medical care, few people would argue that war veterans deserve nothing but the very best that our country has to offer. For all that they have done for our country and for all they have been through, wounded veterans should be receiving only the best, most effective, and least harmful treatment.

But what if that treatment is weed?

According to a new bill that has been introduced in the House, medical marijuana has the ability to [...]

Medical Marijuana Proponents in Chicago Still Need to Take Care

Recent changes in Illinois law to allow people to buy, sell, and grow medical marijuana have proponents excited for the future. But even though the state has relaxed many of its laws related to marijuana, don’t make the mistake of thinking that it is completely legal now. There are still a number of restrictions in place, and you have to be careful if you don’t want to run afoul of the law and face serious consequences. One of the most [...]

Illinois Attitude on Marijuana Possession Is Slowly Shifting

Illinois has historically taken a hard line when it comes to marijuana possession, but as the national attitude towards pot shifts, legislators in our state are slowly pushing for change. Now, three bills that would effectively decriminalize possessions of small amounts of marijuana are under consideration.

 

Here’s what you need to know about those three proposals:

 

    House Bill 5708, sponsored by Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, would make the possession of up to 30 grams of marijuana a
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Nonviolent Drug Offenders May See Early Release Soon

It’s no secret that the United States’ prisons are overpopulated with offenders serving time for nonviolent drug crimes. Now, however, the US Sentencing Commission is seeking to address that problem through an early release proposal. The proposal, which the Sentencing Commission passed earlier this month, will make over 46,000 current inmates eligible for early release starting in November 2015. As this policy is gradually phased in, it should cut the average prison sentence by about 25 months.

 

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Can Shoplifting Be a Felony in Illinois?

Felonies | Shoplifting / Retail Theft

Yes, shoplifting can be charged as a felony in Illinois, and the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can help you protect your future. Even a small mistake at a store can lead to serious legal trouble that follows you for years.

If you were stopped or arrested for shoplifting, talk to a Chicago, IL criminal defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg. Getting legal help now can make a real difference in how your case plays out.

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Potential Long-Term Effects of a Criminal Record

Criminal Records / History

A criminal record can change the course of your life in ways you might never expect. In fact, studies show that nearly 70 million Americans have a criminal record, which can affect everything from jobs to housing—even years after a case ends. Whether it’s from a one-time mistake or a misunderstanding, having a criminal record can follow you long after the case is over.

If you’re worried about what this means for your future, you’re not alone—and there’s help available.[...]