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3 Notorious White Collar Criminals and Their Crimes

Many people don’t necessarily think of white collar crimes as serious because they don’t involve violence. But white collar crimes are serious, and in the state of Illinois they can carry serious penalties.

 

What constitutes a white collar crime in our state? Essentially, these types of crimes involve money – someone getting rich off of someone else’s money – and white collar criminals are often glorified and become notorious for their escapades, despite having to spend years in prison [...]

Types of Burglary Charges in Illinois

Most people think of burglary as sneaking into a building to steal something. But while that’s true, our state actually has laws for a number of related charges. Because of this, you may find yourself facing a burglary charge for something you didn’t even know was a crime.

 

Below, I’m going to go over several different types of Illinois burglary charges to help you better understand why you may have been charged and what you are up against.

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Understanding Your Illinois Miranda Rights

Recently, the Chicago Police Department has been under scrutiny for the growing number of allegations that say police officers violate human rights in arrests and detentions.

 

Numerous victims have come forward saying they were unlawfully arrested, strip-searched, taken to an off-the-books interrogation building called a “black site,” never read their Miranda Rights, denied access to a lawyer, food, and other communication, interrogated for hours, and physically and psychologically abused for crimes they didn’t even commit.

 

All of these [...]

What Happens If I Get a DUI in Illinois?

Everyone has heard the statistics on drunk driving. Every two minutes, someone is injured in a drunk driving accident. Each day, 28 people die from drunk driving accidents in the United States.

 

Despite these statistics, over a million drivers are arrested each year for driving under the influence. Along with jail time and getting your license suspended, you will also be on the hook for fines and fees that total, on average, about $800, which could easily be higher [...]

Ways You Can Be Charged with a Drug Crime in Illinois

Drug crime charges are incredibly serious offenses, and can result in major fines, lengthy prison terms, and life-changing consequences for anyone who is convicted. Worse, the laws are so extensive and complicated and there are so many that you may not even understand what you did to get charged.

 

That’s why it’s so important to get in touch with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible if you have recently been charged with a drug crime in our [...]

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Charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse? 4 Steps to Take Today

Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse

Being charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse is serious. A conviction can lead to prison time, mandatory sex offender registration, and a permanent record that affects your future. The legal process moves quickly, and waiting to respond can hurt your case.

You may not know what to do next, but what you do today matters. What you say, who you talk to, and how you handle the situation can influence the outcome of your case.

If you don’t know what [...]

Battery vs Domestic Battery in Illinois

Battery | Domestic Battery

One argument. One moment of lost temper. Suddenly, you’re facing charges that can change your life forever. But did you know that the label on those charges—battery or domestic battery—can mean the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

In Illinois, the line between battery and domestic battery isn’t always clear, but crossing it can have serious consequences. If you’re unsure about the charges you’re facing, don’t wait. Contact our Chicago, IL criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of [...]