Recently, Illinois became the first state in the U.S. to end the practice of requiring arrested people to post bail money or stay in jail until their criminal charges are resolved. This landmark law could be a step toward making the state's criminal justice system...
Possessing dangerous drugs is not the only way to run afoul of drug laws. Both the state of Illinois and the federal government have criminalized the use and possession of items known as drug paraphernalia. In the event a police officer discovers paraphernalia during...
When people are charged with a drug-related offense, there are many different hurdles they have to overcome. From emotional challenges such as anxiety to financial problems, losing one's job and the prospect of spending time behind bars, these cases wreak havoc in the...
Whether a person does it as a joke or a way to scam people out of money, selling or distributing fake or artificial drugs is still a crime. According to the Illinois General Assembly, there is no difference between real and fake drugs when it comes to illegal...
Drug-related offenses carry strict penalties in Illinois. State laws provide guidelines about how the judge will handle possession, trafficking and related charges. Before your court date, learn more about the potential legal consequences for a conviction. Felony...
With prescription medication, it is wise to only take the medication your doctor prescribed to you. If a doctor does not prescribe you a medication, then it is best that you do not trust another person’s medication. If you take someone else’s prescription medication,...
If an Illinois police officer searches a home and arrests someone in the home on suspicion of a drug crime, the officer might seize certain items as possible evidence. Often, the seized property is in connection with alleged drug offenses. Penalties under conviction...
If an Illinois police officer searches a vehicle, home or person and winds up making an arrest, the individual taken into custody may encounter numerous legal challenges if prosecutors file charges. Especially concerning suspected drug offenses, penalties under...
Illinois police have apparently been busy investigating drug activity and executing search warrants in the Wood River area. On a recent Tuesday, they made six separate arrests for drug offenses. It is important to remember, however, that an arrest does not constitute...
When an Illinois police officer makes a traffic stop, there is no way to predict the ultimate outcome of the situation. Sometimes, an officer will merely issue some type of warning, such as telling a driver to slow down, then be on his or her way. Other times,...
