Regardless of how large or small the amount in dispute may be, an accusation or charge of fraud is a serious matter which can lead to severe criminal consequences. Depending on the circumstances, one can lose their job, pay a large fine or even spend time in prison. Credit Card Fraud If you are charged […]
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A February 2018 ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court has declared one of the state’s gun laws unconstitutional. The law in question appears in Chapter 720, Article 24, of the Illinois Criminal Code. Under this law, carrying a firearm on a public street without a concealed carry permit is designated a Class A misdemeanor. However,
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Anyone who has ever been behind the wheel has experienced the sinking feeling in the pit of their stomach when they see the flashing lights in their rear view mirror. It is a great relief when the patrol car drives past, but when it pulls up behind you, the thought of receiving a traffic citation
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To a certain point, DUI laws are clear: Those caught driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) over 0.08 percent are usually charged with driving under the influence. However, there are some instances where a driver can be charged with a DUI without meeting this criterion. Every citizen should be aware of the law, but
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As of mid-2017, over 250,000 Illinois residents have obtained a Concealed Carry License (CCL) for firearms, out of roughly two million residents with Firearm Owner ID (FOID) cards. Firearms owners who have or are thinking about getting a CCL should be especially aware of the following three aspects of the Illinois Firearm Concealed Carry Act
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In the wake of the death of a high-ranking Chicago police officer who was killed on the streets of the city in broad daylight late last month, Illinois elected officials appear ready to vote on a number of pieces of legislation that would narrow who could own a weapon in the state and the types
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Even long-time, law-abiding gun owners in Illinois can find it difficult to interpret some of the complicated Illinois gun laws. The 2013 Firearm Concealed Carry Act is one such law. When you get an Illinois concealed carry license (CCL), one of the first things you should learn is the list of places where concealed carry
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If you have ever had surgery, been seriously injured, or suffered from cancer or other debilitating illness, you have probably been prescribed opioid medication. drugs like morphine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and codeine are often prescribed to patients who are experiencing levels of pain that would be unmanageable with simple over the counter medications. Unfortunately, while these
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If you have been arrested for DUI, it is common to feel too scared or overwhelmed to take immediate action. Yet, in order to get the best possible outcome, you will need to begin preparing for your court date as quickly as possible. One of the first things you must do is read the four
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The fact someone has been arrested for a crime does not necessarily mean they are going to be convicted and punished. A judge or jury must still be convinced that (1) no legal errors were made by the police and (2) there is enough valid evidence to support a conviction. Obviously, the police and the
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Gun laws have long been a hotly-debated subject throughout the country. After the tragic events at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida, there has been an increase in debate regarding gun laws in the United States. Gun laws can vary from state to state and Illinois gun laws are some of the strictest in
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When an individual is charged with a crime, it is important to understand all the possible consequences that a conviction might include. In addition to a fine, probation, community service, or even a prison sentence, those who receive a felony conviction must endure and abide by a number of other limits placed on them, even
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