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Have You Been Accused of Serial Shoplifting in Illinois?

Mar 29, 2023

Shoplifting / Retail Theft

Shoplifting can be a severe offense in Illinois, especially if you get accused of committing the crime multiple times. If you have to get accused of serial shoplifting, it is essential to understand the charges against you and your legal options. This blog post will provide an overview of serial shoplifting in Illinois and what you can do if facing these charges.

What is Serial Shoplifting?

Serial shoplifting describes stealing merchandise from a retail store on multiple occasions. The number [...]

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Common IL Holiday Property and Theft Crimes

Dec 28, 2022

Burglary | Shoplifting / Retail Theft | Theft

When most people think of the holidays, they think of time spent with loved ones as they exchange gifts and eat copious amounts of decadent food! Or perhaps it’s a time of the year when you take some much-needed time off to relax before the new year begins.

Whatever the holiday season means to you, one thing is true in Illinois and across the country: Certain crimes see an increase. These holiday crimes mostly center around property and theft crimes, [...]

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How Could the New IL Organized Retail Theft Bill Impact You?

May 24, 2022

Shoplifting / Retail Theft

There are some stories that make a lot of headlines – and the “smash and grab” or “flash mob” retail theft crimes that have been occurring in Chicago and across Illinois are headlines you may have noticed over the last few years.

Organized retail theft is on the rise, but a new bill just signed into law by the Governor aims to help curb this practice and provide better legal guidelines to fight against it.

Here’s what you need to [...]

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You’ve Been Accused of Shoplifting in IL — How Do You Respond?

Jul 1, 2021

Shoplifting / Retail Theft

Being accused of a crime like shoplifting in Illinois can be jarring. But once you’re over the initial shock, what do you do? Do you run from the store? Do you comply and answer all of their questions? Do you demand the store to call the police so you can clear your name?

Each person may respond differently to a shoplifting accusation, both in good and bad ways. But it’s important for every person to understand what their rights are [...]

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IL Felony Charges for Stealing Toiletries? Here’s How It Can Happen

Sep 22, 2020

Felonies | Shoplifting / Retail Theft | Theft

Some people assume that shoplifting is a minor crime. However, in Illinois, it’s anything but. Illinois has some of the harshest shoplifting laws on record. It’s all too easy for a momentary lapse of judgment to lead to serious felony charges.

That’s just what happened to one Illinois man recently. He is now facing five felony charges for allegedly stealing a few bottles of body wash, nails, lotion, and hand sanitizer from a Walgreens.

While he has a previous shoplifting [...]

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The role of mental health in Illinois criminal defense cases is a critical and multifaceted aspect of the legal system. Recognizing and understanding mental health issues and their impact on individuals accused of crimes are essential for ensuring fair and just outcomes. Illinois, like many jurisdictions, acknowledges the significance of mental health in criminal cases and has developed specific legal frameworks to address these complex issues.

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