Illinois Controlled Substances Act

Possession of a Controlled Substance Illinois

February 11, 2025
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Facing charges of possession of a controlled substance in Illinois alone can feel like the walls are closing in on you. The threat of jail time, fines, and a criminal record hanging over you may feel overwhelming, but with help from the best criminal drug defense attorneys in Illinois, you have a chance at a […]

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What are the Illinois Laws Against Possession of Controlled Substances?

August 29, 2019

In the interest of public health and safety, the State of Illinois prohibits most people from possessing controlled substances, such as heroin, cocaine, and other illegal drugs. Under the Illinois Controlled Substances Act (the Act), which is codified as 720 ILCS 570/1 et seq., any person who possesses a controlled substance without authorization is subject […]

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