Three separate phone calls to emergency services failed to avert a wrong-way collision on I-255 near Godfrey, Illinois, on January 17. The multi-vehicle collision resulted in one fatality. The wrong-way driver is suspected of being intoxicated.
Belleville Diocese priest charged with child porn crimes
The announcement of criminal charges against members of the Roman Catholic clergy are no longer surprising, but such charges still stimulate feelings of shock and disappointment. The recent lodging of criminal charges against an associate priest in the Belleville Diocese will undoubtedly cause much consternation among his parishioners.
Portion of Illinois' implied consent law ruled unconstitutional
Illinois, like most other states, has a statute which requires drivers accused of drunk driving to consent to one of several blood alcohol content tests or face the loss of their drivers' license. The law is known as the implied consent law because all licensed drivers in the state are deemed to have impliedly given their consent to such tests by virtue of driving on state highways. If a driver refuses to give consent to either a breathalyzer, blood or urine test, they face an automatic suspension of their driver's license, but the DUI case goes forward without the results of blood, breath or urine tests.
2018 sees changes to criminal laws in Illinois
The criminal justice system often sees changes that impact laws, regulations, procedures and other areas that may affect people and policies. It can be difficult to keep up with the changes, and if you are facing criminal charges, you may wonder if any recent modifications could impact your particular case. Because having the right information could allow you to determine your best courses of legal action, you may wish to work toward ensuring that you have applicable knowledge.
Belleville McDonald's robbed by 2 armed men
McDonald's drive-ins are popular places for parents and their children. On December 28, the McDonald's on Carlyle Avenue in Belleville also proved to be a popular place for two burglars who allegedly ran off with an undisclosed amount of cash from the restaurant. No suspects have been identified or arrested, but facts of the case could provide a fertile field for a criminal defense attorney.
