Memorial Day is coming up, which means picnics and barbeques will be enjoyed by thousands of families across Illinois. Traditionally, Memorial Day also marks the beginning of summer, bringing with it activities such as hiking, swimming, and boating. Many people probably think that having a couple of drinks while operating a boat is acceptable, but […]
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Like many states, the state of Illinois is very protective of their police officers. Police officers protect the public and uphold the peace, but some people do not treat police officers with the respect that they deserve. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for police officers to be injured or even killed while on the job.
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Burglary charges are oftentimes misunderstood. Burglary generally refers to when a person illegally enters another person’s property with intent to commit a crime. Breaking into another’s property alone is not enough to charge someone with burglary. If it cannot be proven that the person intended to commit another crime on the property or inside the
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Men and women who bravely entered military service and now bear the scars of that service deserve special care. Nearly 4 million Americans have served in the post-9/11 military, including the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. One in three of them has a service-connected disability, roughly one in five suffers from PTSD, and many have
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When it comes to sentencing those who have been found guilty of a criminal act, probation is definitely one of the more favorable outcomes. Probation is an alternative to prison time, where a person is allowed to return home and live their normal life, rather than be confined behind bars. In Illinois, there are a
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Over 63,600 Americans died due to drug overdoses in 2016 and approximately 2,400 of those individuals were Illinois residents. Because of the great risk that illegal drugs pose to the community, Illinois takes drug crimes very seriously. The Illinois Controlled Substances Act criminalizes the possession, manufacture and delivery of controlled substances, including heroin, cocaine, morphine,
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When Illinois police arrest a minor under 18 years old, they follow the procedures of the Illinois juvenile justice system rather than the law enforcement and judicial procedures defined for adults. Here are five things you need to know about Illinois juvenile delinquency law if your preteen or teenager is arrested. When a minor is
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In the state of Illinois, embezzlement is considered a very serious crime. Embezzlement is a form of white-collar crime that often occurs within the context of employee/employer relationships. Embezzlement is also considered to be a theft crime, which is also how it is prosecuted in the state of Illinois. If you are charged with embezzlement,
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Saying the wrong thing online can get you in far bigger trouble than you might realize. A few months ago, we wrote about criminals caught by law enforcement through Instagram or Youtube. This year, there is growing concern about people who make threats of violence via email, text, or social media, even if the threats
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Across the country, police officers are cracking down on drunk driving. In 2016 alone, over 1 million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or narcotics. If you have been charged with a DUI in Illinois, you may be unsure of what to do next. The penalties for a drunk driving conviction
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Police officers are supposed to be people whom we go to when we need help or protection. Despite that, most people still get nervous when in the presence of authorities such as the police. Even if you did not do anything wrong, many people get anxious if a police officer stops them. Resisting a police
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If you have ever been arrested, or even just watched a television show about police, you have probably heard the Miranda Warning. The Miranda Warning, or Miranda Rights, is a notification given by police to individuals suspected of a crime. Anyone who is in police custody or a custodial interrogation must be advised of their
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