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Understanding Domestic Violence Charges And Orders Of Protection In Illinois
Domestic violence allegations move fast and hit hard. Arrests happen quickly, bonds are set, and restrictive court orders can remove someone from a home overnight. We know how high the stakes are. Freedom, family access, employment, and reputation are all on the line from the first court date. Our approach is direct and forceful…. Read More »
Pre-Trial Release And Detention In Illinois After The SAFE-T Act
The stakes are highest in the hours after an arrest. Liberty, family, and future are on the line. We know the courtroom moves fast, and judges make decisions that can keep a person in custody or allow release while the case is pending. Since the Illinois SAFE-T Act and the Pretrial Fairness Act reforms,… Read More »
Defending Against Federal Firearms Offenses In Illinois
Federal firearms charges hit hard. Prosecutors bring serious resources to bear against defendants, and the penalties are severe. We know the stakes, and we rigorously defend our clients in these cases. Our role is to stand between the government and our clients’ future. We challenge the government’s case, attack weak evidence, and force prosecutors… Read More »
How Out-of-State DUI Convictions Affect Your Illinois Driving Record
Out-of-state DUI arrests do not stay “somewhere else.” They follow drivers home to Illinois, and they hit hard. We see it often. Someone thinks the case in another state will not touch an Illinois license, only to learn later that Illinois recorded the conviction and imposed penalties. We do not accept surprises like that…. Read More »
Challenging Field Sobriety Tests In Illinois DUI Cases
Traffic stops for DUI investigations move fast. Lights in the mirror. Questions. Instructions on the roadside. Then, field sobriety tests that officers claim prove impairment. We know how high the stakes are at that moment. We also know that these tests are not ironclad. They are subjective, often misapplied, and frequently influenced by stress,… Read More »
Credit Card Fraud And Identity Theft Crimes In Illinois
When people come to us facing charges for credit card fraud or identity theft, they are usually overwhelmed and unsure who to trust. These cases move fast, the accusations carry weight, and prosecutors often act as though guilt is already established. We do not allow that to happen. We fight for our clients from… Read More »
What’s The Difference Between Assault And Battery Under Illinois Law?
When people call us after an arrest, they often feel blindsided because police charged them with both assault and battery. These terms sound similar, but under Illinois law, they are very different crimes with very different consequences. As Chicago criminal defense attorneys, we fight these cases every day. We know how prosecutors build them,… Read More »
Why You Should Never Talk To Police Without An Attorney In A Sex Crime Investigation
When police start asking questions about a sex crime, the situation is already dangerous. By the time they contact you, they have a plan in motion. They are gathering statements, comparing timelines, and searching for anything they can twist into evidence. Many people think they can “clear things up” by talking. We know how… Read More »
How Consent And Age Matter In Illinois Sexual Assault Cases
When someone comes to us accused of sexual assault, we move fast and fight hard because the stakes are life-altering. These cases turn on two issues that prosecutors rely on more than anything else: consent and age. We have seen prosecutors build aggressive cases by claiming a lack of consent or by using the… Read More »
Possession Of Stolen Property In Illinois
When people come to us facing charges for possession of stolen property, they are already fighting an uphill battle. Prosecutors move quickly in these cases and try to paint every client as someone seeking a quick profit. We do not let them control the story. We push back, challenge their evidence, and force them… Read More »