Top Chicago, IL Bank Robbery Lawyers Near You

June 24, 2024
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Have you been accused of bank robbery? It’s a serious federal offense, and facing charges alone can leave you feeling helpless and overwhelmed. If you are facing federal bank robbery charges in Chicago, you need a capable and experienced bank robbery attorney you can count on to defend you on your day in court. Choosing […]

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Top Chicago, IL Child Pornography Lawyers Near You

June 7, 2024
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Child pornography charges are extremely serious. If you or someone you know are facing child pornography charges, it’s imperative to select a qualified child pornography defense attorney to represent you. Our database of Chicago’s best child pornography attorneys will help you select the right team for your defense. Under US code 18 USC 2252, child […]

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What is the definition of reckless driving in Illinois?

September 6, 2022
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NOTE: The article below features additional content to explain how the License to Work Act (Public Act 101-623) adjusted aspects of Illinois law. When this Act took effect on July 1, 2020, Illinois restricted driver’s license suspension or revocation to situations involving moving violations. The Illinois statute that defines reckless driving is 625 ILCS 5/11-503. […]

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I got a ticket for transporting an open container of alcohol. What are the possible penalties?

September 6, 2022
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NOTE: This article contains new materials to explore the impact of Public Act 101-517. Once this Act became law on August 23, 2019, the Liquor Control Act includes an additional exception to the laws against transportation of open alcohol containers. Transportation of an open container of alcohol in Illinois is a petty offense punishable by […]

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What is the law in Illinois on possession of cannabis?

August 26, 2022
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NOTE: This page includes updated content to explain how cannabis possession crimes changed following passage of the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. After January 1, 2020, Illinois made it lawful to possess and use cannabis for recreational purposes. But in certain cases, the possession of cannabis remains unlawful and can result in criminal charges. Even […]

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What happens on a second offense of domestic battery in Illinois?

August 18, 2022
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NOTE: The article below contains additional information to clarify the importance of Public Act 101-651. This Act took effect on August 7, 2020 and expanded the circumstances under which an offender may face charges for aggravated battery, which can serve as a prior conviction for the purposes of domestic battery charges. A second offense for […]

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What does it mean to resist arrest or obstruct a peace officer?

August 18, 2022
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NOTE: This article was updated to account for Public Act 101-652, which takes effect on January 1, 2023. Starting on that date, this Act will make adjustments to the Illinois laws concerning resisting arrest offenses under 720 ILCS 5/31-1. One of the most common misdemeanor offenses charged in the State of Illinois is resisting or […]

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What types of traffic tickets can cancel an Illinois commercial driver’s license?

August 17, 2022
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NOTE: The information below was updated to account for the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Since an effective date of January 1, 2020, it is legal to possess and use cannabis recreationally in Illinois. Despite this change, drivers in Illinois can face DUI charges for operating a motor vehicle while impaired by cannabis. A commercial […]

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Examining 3 Types of Bank-Related Fraud Under Illinois Law

August 16, 2022
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Illinois law under 720 ILCS 5/17-1 prohibits a wide range of deceptive practices, including various types of bank-related fraud. In terms of bank fraud, specifically, Section 17-1 criminalizes the use of false statements, possession of stolen or fraudulently obtained checks, and possession of check fraud implements. These criminal offenses can lead to misdemeanor or felony […]

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I got a DUI in Illinois. How can I win my summary suspension hearing?

August 11, 2022
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NOTE: This page contains new material to explain how the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act impacted DUI laws in Illinois. After this Act became effective on January 1, 2020, the possession and use of cannabis became legal for recreational purposes. Though it remains an Illinois crime to operate a motor vehicle while impaired by cannabis, […]

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