A citizen’s right to personal privacy and the law enforcement community’s use of probable cause frequently run opposed to one another when officers attempt to apply the tool during the course of an investigation. A case heard on appeal late last year sought to clarify the matter as it involved the conviction of one man […]
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Do you know what the legal limit is in Illinois for blood-alcohol content (BAC) while operating a motor vehicle? Most people are aware that an adult over the age of 21 with a non-commercial driver’s license is considered legally intoxicated if his or her BAC equals or exceeds 0.08. The 0.08 limit is the same
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It is a hardship for anyone to lose their driver’s license, but most especially for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders who earn their living behind the wheel. In this post, we take a look at five things that all CDL holders should know in order to protect their driving privileges and their ability to earn
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If you are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois driving under the influence (DUI) in Illinois, and chemical testing proved you were over the legal limit for drugs or alcohol, you may think your only option is to plead guilty and accept a DUI conviction on your permanent record. An aggressive and
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How much is a DUI arrest and conviction going to cost you? Dollar Cost of DUI According to the 2017 Illinois DUI Fact Book, the total cost of a DUI conviction can run as high as $18,000. That figure includes fines and court costs; lost wages due to time spent in court, jail, community service,
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We previously used this space to discuss the controversial placement and effectiveness of red light cameras in Illinois. The controversy appears to be growing, and drivers throughout the state continue facing the threat of collecting traffic offenses issued by cameras as they travel throughout the region. Review of Effectiveness Yet to Be Conducted Red light
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As the saying goes, kids will be kids, but sometimes, juvenile mischief can cause significant damage and land minors in serious legal trouble. When people under the age of 18 commit a crime, the law usually treats them much differently than an adult. Children and teenagers do not have fully-developed cognition skills and will often
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We frequently use this space to present information about new laws taking effect in Illinois, strategies for keeping yourself safe, and protecting your rights in the face of arrest or criminal charges, among a variety of other related topics. With many people starting to make plans for spring or summer vacations, we thought some might
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Distracted driving has become a growing problem everywhere, including in Joliet and Will County. According to a press release issued by the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, Illinois motorists received over 18,000 citations and warnings for distracted driving, mostly for the use of handheld phones/electronics, during the inaugural Distracted Driving Awareness Week in April
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When a juvenile is arrested on the suspicion of committing a crime, he or she is often charged and then released into the custody of a parent or another family member. In many cases, this is a reasonable approach, as teens tend to be cowed by the reality of being arrested and facing consequences for
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Once a person is apprehended in the commission of a crime, charged, and sentenced, it is difficult for many to understand why the defendant might repeat the crime. However, when a pattern emerges or habits are repeated, especially regarding criminal acts, an individual may find themselves facing felony criminal charges and a possible prison sentence.
During the cold winter months, many Illinois residents find warmth and relaxation by visiting local bars, taverns, and pubs. While most people do not ever plan on getting into a bar fight, it can be a fairly common occurrence in some establishments. Often, those involved in the fight did not start it or intend for
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