Category Archives: Criminal Defense Lawyer
Illinois DUI Realities and Risks
Arrests are terrifying. Even when the arrestee believes they’re innocent or has legitimate reasons for their actions, being detained by authorities can be so harrowing that they forget they’re owed due process.
Cook County Jail Hunger Strike
COVID-19 has peaked the levels of all citizens in the US, including those incarcerated. Cook County inmates have begun denying ordinary nourishment, a form of hunger strike, in the hopes of receiving better treatment and conditions in their county jail in the heart of Chicago, Illinois.
Chicago’s Defense Lawyer: Eddie Genson
A brilliant, legal mind that combined street smarts, charisma and knowledge to win cases for the elite. Edward Johnson and Associates P.C. 708.606.4386 | Info@edwardjohnsonlaw.com From the Chicago Tribune author JASON MEISNER: Storied Chicago defense lawyer Edward Genson combined street smarts with a brilliant legal mind Ask anyone in Chicago’s legal community about longtime… Read More »
COVID-19 Updates from Illinois Courts – Apr. 22 2020
Illinois Supreme Court Announces Changes to Oral Arguments and MCLE Deadline
Illinois Prison Inmates Allowed to talk to Attorneys on Phone
Illinois Department of Corrections officials say they have restored attorney-client phone calls at Stateville and Hill prisons, acknowledging that pandemic-related restrictions on inmate movement had forced officials to temporarily suspend the calls.
Domestic Violence Calls Spike During Illinois’ Stay-at-Home Order
In Chicago, according to numbers provided by the city, on March 30, the domestic abuse hotline received 104 calls, the highest daily volume in over a year.
Cash Seizure at O’Hare Airport
Chicago criminal defense attorney and founding attorney at Edward Johnson & Associates P.C., Edward Johnson joined Legal Eagles and discussed a Cash Seizure incident at O’Hare Airport with a caller Chuck. Listen to the segment below or read through the transcript.
Proper Gun Storage In Your Car
Proper gun storage in your car is essential to ensure your safety and compliance with Illinois state laws. Whether you’re a seasoned gun owner or a newcomer, understanding the regulations regarding firearms transportation in your vehicle is essential. This report will provide important insights into safely and legally storing firearms in your car while… Read More »
Chicago Judge Deems Firearm Ban for Convicted Felons Unconstitutional
Is The Ruling Potentially Paving the Way for a Supreme Court Battle? In a decision that could potentially ignite a legal battle bound for the U.S. Supreme Court, a judge in Illinois has recently made a groundbreaking ruling asserting that the Second Amendment protects the gun rights of a convicted felon with a history… Read More »
Best Ways to Beat a Criminal Gun Case
Illinois’ gun laws are complex and strict, reflecting the state’s commitment to regulating firearm possession and use. At the center of these regulations are statutes explicitly addressing the unlawful use of weapons (UUW), which encompasses a broad range of offenses related to improperly handling, possessing, and distributing firearms. Illinois’ Compiled Statutes, particularly 720 ILCS… Read More »