When charged with retail theft, often called shoplifting, it comes with serious consequences that many people may not realize. While some people may think that paying for the stolen goods will provide a final resolution, this type of charge has long-term consequences....
The Illinois Controlled Substance Trafficking Act prohibits the transportation of any amount and class of illegal drugs across state lines. Specific parameters exist to determine trafficking violations. What is drug trafficking? Prosecutors must prove the defendants...
If you get charged with a DUI you may be unsure about what to do next. It can be an overwhelming experience. The upside is that there can be a clear path ahead of you. By taking time to look out for yourself, you can help take some of the stress out of the process....
Getting convicted for drinking and driving can have serious financial and legal consequences. Although you may realize that a DUI is a serious offense, you may not understand the exact chronology of a DUI arrest. According to the Illinois DUI Fact Book, it is illegal...
Drunk driving laws have been on the books for a long time, and researchers have developed straightforward ways to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). Over time, lawmakers have adjusted the rules for “how much is too much” to be able to drive safely. Now that...
An arrest for driving under the influence in Illinois can result in serious legal consequences, including fines, loss of your license and possible jail time. When you regain your driving privileges, you will also experience a significant increase in insurance rates....
You worked for years to reach your career goals. Earning an occupational permit involves hundreds of hours of studying and sacrifice. If one night out and poor judgment leads to an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI), could all of that hard work be for...
Men are arrested at higher rates than women, and men make up the majority of the prison population in the United States. But women make up an increasing number of drug arrests. The data only tells one side of the story. We must understand the impact that drug arrests...
Do you have a loved one who is in prison? You might feel powerless, but there are ways you can help them. There are no guarantees in the prison system, whether good or bad. Helping your incarcerated loved one might mean encouraging and supporting them through their...
A misunderstanding led to a domestic violence charge against you. Now, you are worried that this will prevent you from seeing or spending time with your kids. If you have concerns about this, you must know that the only way your relationship with your kids could come...
