If you drive in Illinois, you may well get pulled over by a traffic officer at some point. This may happen for a range of reasons, some more serious than others. For example, a police officer might stop you if your vehicle tail light goes out and you did not know...
Month: November 2020
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How to stay poised and confident during a traffic stop
You are casually driving along when you suddenly notice red and blue lights behind you. Getting pulled over can make anyone feel a bit uneasy. However, if you have practiced how to respond in this situation, you can maintain your poise and respond to authorities with...
Could Illinois end its cash bail system?
One aspect of the nationwide discussion over criminal justice reform is the bail system. When someone is arrested for most serious charges, the judge has the power to order them held in jail until they pay a certain amount of money. Often, the level of bail the judge...