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Category: Prisoners Rights

Illinois Conviction Doesn’t Mean Forfeiting All Your Rights

As a citizen of the United States, you have certain rights under the U.S. Constitution, whether or not you’re in jail or convicted of a crime.

If you face jail time because you’ve been found guilty of a crime, that doesn’t mean your rights are forfeit. You can still make claims when those rights are being violated.

However, in order to know when your rights are being crossed, you first must understand those rights.

Here is a summary of prisoner [...]

Illinois Prisoners Have Rights — Are They Being Violated?

Regardless of how a person winds up in prison, all prisoners’ rights are the same. This is true even during the current pandemic or any other natural disaster for that matter.

One of those rights is personal safety. To help protect that right and to prevent further COVID-19 infections in the state prison system, certain inmates are being released early.

The concerted effort, however, has since given way to public questions about precisely who has been released and whether or [...]

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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.[...]