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Category: Criminal Defense

What Classifies a Crime as “Violent” in Illinois?

When someone mentions the word “crime”, most people’s minds automatically jump to violent crime.

That goes to show that you don’t need intimate knowledge of the law to understand how violent crimes are serious offenses. Statistics back up the notion that violent crimes are the most serious in society.

CBS Chicago recently reported that, in one weekend, five people were killed and 22 wounded across the city. The youngest victim was just 14 years old. These killings were all linked [...]

How Do You Know You’re Getting the Best IL Criminal Defense

From the moment you enter the criminal justice system, you might feel overwhelmed and stressed.

That’s why, when you’re facing criminal charges, it’s in your best interest to bring a defense attorney on board – to help you navigate the often cumbersome legal process.

If you’ve never needed an attorney before, much less a criminal defense attorney, how do you know you’ve found the right one? What characteristics does a good defense attorney have?

It’s key to the success of [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Your Guide to Plea Bargains in Illinois

Enshrined in the Constitution of the United States is the right to trial by jury. However, many criminal justice matters in this country never actually go before a jury. Instead, they terminate in a plea bargain. The state of Illinois is no exception to this.

It helps to understand what a plea bargain is and how it works in criminal justice cases. Read on to find out more.

A Plea Bargain: What Is It?

A plea bargain, sometimes also referred [...]

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How Illinois Law Treats Resisting Arrest Charges

Resisting Arrest

Resisting arrest charges can have serious consequences, including fines, probation, and even jail time. If you are accused of this crime, you need to know how Illinois law treats resisting arrest charges. You also need to have an experienced Illinois criminal defense attorney on your side who can guide you through the complex legal system.

At the Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg, we are dedicated to providing strong legal representation and fighting for the rights of individuals facing resisting [...]

What Happens at an Illinois Bond Hearing?

Bail Bonds

Your first court appearance after an arrest in Illinois isn’t just a formality. It’s called a bond hearing, and what happens during those few minutes can set the tone for everything that comes next. It’s not the time to hope for the best or rely on guesswork. Your freedom might depend on how well your Chicago, Illinois criminal defense lawyer frames your situation immediately. An attorney with the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg will do precisely that.

Why Bond Hearings[...]