In Illinois, drunk driving is a very serious offense that the state does not take lightly. Because it only takes one drunk driver to take the lives of so many people. The laws surrounding the consequences of these offenses are serious. It can be difficult to prevent...
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What is your defense against domestic battery accusations?
Facing criminal charges of any kind will have a significant effect on your future. Even the accusation of participating in a criminal activity can ruin your reputation and cause impacts in virtually every area of your life. It is in your interests to know how to best...
Drunk driving charges follow a car accident in Illinois
An Illinois driver is facing potentially significant penalties after crashing his vehicle into a signpost. Law enforcement arrested the man, believing that he was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. If convicted of the drunk driving charges he...
The serious impact of opiate-related criminal charges
Drug charges in Illinois can result in serious penalties if one is convicted of this type of criminal accusation. It is critical to mount a strong defense when facing drug charges of any kind, including opiate-related charges. A conviction can lead to consequences...
What evidence might officers look for in a DUI stop?
The idea of getting into any kind of legal trouble can stress out any Illinois resident. Unfortunately, almost anyone could end up in a situation where a police officer believes the person has violated the law in some way. One of the most common of these situations is...
There were fewer DUIs in Illinois during 2020
Over the past year, more people have been home, and fewer people have been going out. For a significant portion of 2020, people were not in bars, restaurants and other places where alcohol is served. Because of this, statistics indicate there were fewer DUIs in...
Biker injured in drunk driving crash, driver charged
A car accident poses unique threats to those who are on motorcycles. Even with protective gear, bikers are more likely to experience serious injuries in collisions with larger and heavier vehicles. Recently, a biker suffered grave injuries after a collision with a...
Increased traffic patrols in some parts of Illinois during July
In Illinois, driving while under the influence of alcohol or committing other types of traffic violations can result in serious financial and legal repercussions. If convicted, one could face time behind bars, expensive fines and other consequences, such as loss of...
Legal marijuana and driving under the influence in Illinois
In 2020, Illinois was the 11th state in the United States to legalize marijuana use for recreational purposes. Adults over the age of 21 can now purchase marijuana from licensed sellers without fear of arrest and criminal charges. You may believe this is a positive...
How do traffic stops for drunk and drugged driving differ?
A police officer stopping you is no one’s idea of a fun event. When most drivers see those flashing blue lights in their rearview mirror or hear the whoop-whoop of a siren, they mutter under their breath and feel a spike in their heartrate. Even when drivers do not...
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