While you may have busy schedules and tons of things to do, it is common to forget some of the things you had intended to do. You may forget to reply to a message or even fail to remember where you placed your car keys. However, if there is one thing you should not...
If charged with a DUI in Illinois, you are set to face several consequences. In addition to paying hefty fines, the state requires you to have a breath alcohol ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. This installation occurs after you receive a monitoring...
When an Illinois police officer issues you a traffic citation, you may notice that on the ticket, it indicates whether or not you have to appear in court. According to the Illinois State Bar Association, even if the ticket indicates court is not mandatory, you do have...
A theft charge in Illinois is usually a misdemeanor offense when the amount of goods is less than $300. In one woman's case, however, her theft charge over some pillowcases turned into a felony because of her history of convictions. At Richard F. Blass &...
When people hear that someone was charged with driving drug, they may have a number of ideas come to mind. They may picture a driver who is reckless and out of control, driving while very intoxicated and unable to control their vehicle. However, it is important to...
Even as a first-time Illinois drunk driving offender, you can expect to face substantial penalties and repercussions if a judge or jury convicts you of the crime, and many of the repercussions you will face will take a considerable financial toll. Even first-time...
The state of Illinois considers a DUI a criminal offense, and can result in large fines, license suspension or revocation and potential jail time. It is important to approach the situation with knowledge of your legal rights and your options going forward so you can...
Illinois police have been looking for a particular man because they say he violated parole regulations. They also listed the man as armed and dangerous. A recent string of incidents in another state led to the man's arrest. He is now in need of criminal defense in...
No one probably needs to tell you that drunk driving is a mistake. After all, not only may you injure yourself or others when driving under the influence of alcohol, but you may also derail your professional, educational or other plans. If an officer arrests you for...
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...
