Belleville Criminal Defense Law Firm
When talking about criminal offenses, many people mistakenly use the term "robbery" interchangeably with "theft." For example, a person might say, "Someone robbed that retail store," when what they really mean is that someone stole something from it. Robbery and...
You are probably familiar with the posted speed limits that you see on Illinois streets and highways. You may also be aware of statutory speed limits. The state legislature sets these to apply where there are no posted speed limits. Special conditions speed limits are...
Drug convictions hurt your future. They make it harder to find housing and good jobs. If you served time or paid your fines, a marijuana charge can stick with you for years after. Even if you do not have a drug charge, you may have a loved one still serving time over...
Assault is a serious crime. According to the Illinois General Assembly, assault is a Class C Misdemeanor. However, if you commit an assault in public, it becomes an aggravated assault. Depending on the severity of the offense, you might face a felony charge. No one...
Retail theft, also known as shoplifting, is purposefully taking an item or merchandise without paying. Shoplifting includes any action that conceals your intent to take an item without paying the listed price. Retail theft could include hiding the item or removing a...
Receiving a traffic violation can trigger a reevaluation of your driving habits. However, if you feel that your actions did not warrant a ticket, you might consider fighting it in a court of law. Knowing when it is worth your time to fight a ticket can help you...
A traffic ticket is an official notice that someone violated a traffic law. If you receive a traffic ticket, you may be wondering what your next step is. According to the Illinois Court Records, a traffic violation may be a minor or major offense, and the consequences...
This is a difficult question to answer, because it depends on the situation you are in. Every time you drive a car in Illinois, you are giving “implied consent” to being tested for alcohol, if a police officer believes you are under the influence. As a result, there...
If you are facing criminal charges and are out on bail, you will need to go to court to finish your case. When you go to the courtroom, what you wear is very important. You not only will be setting the tone for how the judge and jury see you but also you are showing...
When you face drug charges, you may hear law enforcement officials talking about a drug schedule. This schedule can affect your charges, so it is important to understand what it is. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, a drug schedule categorizes...