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We Need to Talk about Our Prison Population Problem

There are a lot of problems with our prison system, but the one I’m referring to in the title of my post is twofold. One, non-violent offenders often receive sentences that are disproportionate to their crime; and two, our prisons have become overcrowded and sometimes even inhumane because of all the non-violent offenders whiling away lengthy sentences behind bars.

 

Let’s take a look at some of the statistics first. As of 2009, there were 2.23 million Americans serving time [...]

Date Rape: Warning SignsThat Can Save Your Life

When hearing the word “rape,” the image most people conjure is that of a masked assailant sneaking behind a helpless victim at night and dragging him/her to dark alleyways, where they can fulfill their criminal intentions. However, that’s not the only type of rape and also not nearly the most prevalent one: stranger rape is as tragic as any type of sexual assault, but the danger lies much nearer.

 

Approximately two-thirds of sexual assaults are committed by someone known [...]

Racism in Drug Arrests: Blacks, Four Times More Likely to Go to Jail

There may be little or no difference between the amount of pot white and black people smoke, but there’s surely a huge gap between black/white drug arrests. According to a detailed report by the American Civil Liberties Union, black Americans are four times more likely to get arrested for drug use and possession. The data, collected from all 50 states and the District of Colombia, provides an accurate depiction of drug law enforcement by race and state.

 

It turns [...]

Marijuana Arrests, a Total Waste of Resources

Although Colorado and Washington have decriminalized the use of marijuana and more than 20 states have allowed prescribing and limited possession of medical marijuana, the recreational drug still remains a sure ticket to prison in the rest of the country.

 

According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting statistics for 2012, there were 1,552,432 drug arrests nationwide, slightly higher than in 2011, among which nearly half were for marijuana possession and use. That’s one marijuana arrest every 48 seconds in [...]

Despite City’s Ticket Ordinance, Chicago Still Tough on Drug Charges

Although possession of a small amount of marijuana will no longer result in a criminal charge, this is not to say that anyone who is facing a drug charge is off the hook. If you have been charged with any crime related to drugs, you will still want to retain the services of a quality defense lawyer in the city of Chicago. Now that the city’s ticketing ordinance has been in effect for some time, it is clear that it [...]

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What is Unlawful Possession of a Weapon in Chicago?

Unlawful Possession of a Weapon | Weapons Charges

Unlawful possession of a weapon in Chicago refers to the illegal carrying, owning, or controlling of a firearm or other prohibited weapon in violation of state or local laws. In a city with strict gun control measures, this offense is taken seriously to curb violence and ensure public safety. If you have been charged with unlawful possession, you should always call a dedicated criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.

Unlawful possession can include scenarios such as carrying a firearm [...]

The Hidden Costs of a Criminal Conviction Beyond Court Fees

Criminal Defense

A criminal conviction isn’t just a verdict – it’s a turning point that reshapes lives in ways most people never expect. It doesn’t matter if it’s a minor offense or a serious charge—the ripple effects can reach places you wouldn’t think of: your career, your family, and your mental health.

It’s not the courtroom fees or fines that hurt the most; it’s the unspoken barriers and stigma that follow. But you’re not alone in this. You have the chance to [...]