When faced with DUI charges, one of the biggest concerns you may have is what it may cost you to keep driving. This is especially important if you live a great distance from work and may not have access to adequate public transportation. The good news is that you can...
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What happens in traffic court?
Traffic tickets come in a variety of severities. From speeding tickets to DUIs, you can appear in court for any citation, explains the Illinois Bar Association. Court appearances are not always necessary but in some cases, you do have to attend a trial. What does the...
Telling a potential employer about a criminal past
A person newly out of jail or prison or who has recently completed a probation period may eagerly want to get a fresh start on life and move forward in a positive way. Getting a job is often an essential part of making this happen. While a person may fear that a...
Are IID rolling retests safe?
If you are like most people, you would not think that a penalty imposed on you for a criminal conviction should create a risk to you and to other people. However, that may be exactly what happens with one consequence commonly associated with a driving under the...
3 ways to challenge the results of a field sobriety test
When you’re stopped for suspicion of drunk driving, the officer will ask you to perform some field sobriety tests. While you can refuse to submit to these tests, most people agree to them. Field sobriety tests primarily benefit the prosecution. The prosecution will...
Illinois dram shop liability
When a drunk driver causes an accident, he or she holds personal liability for damages and injuries. However, the driver may not be the only one with legal responsibility. Illinois does have a dram shop law, according to the Illinois General Assembly. The law states...
How state law identifies drug paraphernalia
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...
Dealing with false domestic violence accusations
Dealing with domestic violence accusations can be extremely stressful, particularly if the accusations are false. Due to the amount of societal disdain for domestic violence, many people do everything they can to get away from the situation while not fighting as hard...
What is the difference between arson and aggravated arson?
In 2018, agencies from the U.S. reported over 36,000 arsons. More than 43% involved residences or other buildings, 23% were motor vehicles and other types of property accounted for 33% of all arsons. The average amount per arson came to over $17,000. Included in the...
How can I fight radar gun evidence in court?
It is very common to see police on the side of the road holding radar guns. Typically, when an officer issues you a speeding ticket it is due to radar gun evidence. Many people wonder if it is possible to challenge radar gun evidence in court. According to FindLaw, it...
