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IL Parole Board Rulings: What Factors Influence Their Choices?

The Illinois Parole Board plays a crucial role in determining whether an incarcerated individual should be granted parole and released from prison. Their decisions are based on a complex set of factors that take into account both the safety of the community and the rehabilitation of the offender.

In this blog, we will explore the key factors that influence the choices of the Illinois Parole Board and provide insights into how applicants can present their cases effectively during the hearing.[...]

Chicago PD Could Tighten Procedures After Scathing Press

When you’re convicted of a crime in Illinois, the punishment can often amount to jail time. However, it’s not uncommon for some defendants to be sentenced to probation instead.

Probation, also known as supervised release, allows the person convicted to continue life outside of jail. They remain supervised for the safety of those around them. If they break the terms of probation, they return to jail.

Probation should help rehabilitate those with criminal convictions while keeping the community safe, but [...]

Understanding the Differences between Probation and Parole in Illinois

Probation. Parole. Both of them can come with convictions in Illinois. Both of them also come with conditions that can be violated, leading to more trouble for you.

 

They are not, however, the same, and it is important that you understand the difference. Below, we’re going to break down both of these processes so that you can best prepare and protect yourself to avoid further consequences.

 

How Are Illinois Probation and Parole Similar?

 

To sum it up, [...]

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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.

What[...]

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.[...]