If you’re thinking about taking your criminal case to trial, you need to be prepared to aggressively confront the prosecution’s evidence. Although this might include minimizing or even suppressing any physical evidence that the prosecution intends to use against you,...
Each year thousands of people face drug crime charges in Illinois. But, as some of our readers may know, not all arrests lead to a conviction. The burden on prosecutors to prove a case is high – “beyond a reasonable doubt.” However, if you have been arrested for drug...
When parents get a divorce, they may put together a parenting plan to determine parental responsibilities, or what was formerly referred to as child custody. Under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act, parenting plans should cover both parenting time...
Illinois’ laws that apply to drunk driving (officially called “driving under the influence” or “DUI”) are complicated and usually cannot be mastered without considerable study. However, understanding the types of offenses that can lead to drunk driving charges and the...
When Illinois residents contemplate legal action after suffering injuries in a motor vehicle accident, they probably hear one term of “legalese” more than most others: “negligence.” This legal concept, in essence, means that someone did not abide by their duty to...
People who live in the communities of Kendall County or DeKalb County may not realize how easy it is to get charged with a crime related to domestic violence. In Illinois, the definition of a domestic battery is broad. Depending on the circumstances, it can include...
For Illinois drivers who are accused of driving under the influence, the aftermath can be a time of fear and worry. Many are unaccustomed to having any interaction with law enforcement, and when they are arrested, they will think about the potential penalties as well...
The best and wisest method to prevent a drunk driving charge is to drive only when you are sober. Nonetheless, you have constitutional rights if you are stopped by police and your actions could have a major impact if you are prosecuted. Consequences Keep in mind that...
As the years pass following your divorce your life or that of your child may change in significant ways. You may have moved, gotten a new job and your child may have grown from a toddler to a “tween” or even to a teenager. Sometimes, an order of parental...
Part of life is getting into disagreements with others. It's going to happen. Whether at home, at work or out for an evening with friends, an argument can erupt and sometimes lead to more. But when does an argument become a crime? When does it cross the line into...
