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Let's say you're driving along an Illinois highway when a police officer pulls you over. Your first thought may be that you were traveling a few miles over the posted speed limit. Then the lunch you just had with a few friends suddenly comes to mind, because you...

Seeing those flashing lights in your rear view mirror can be unsettling for many Illinois drivers. You may start going through the checklist in your mind. Was I speeding? Did I forget to signal my lane change? I didn't run a stop sign, did I?In your state of...

Did you know that not everyone who fails a breath test does so because of drinking alcohol? Your activities prior to an officer pulling you over could have a profound effect on the outcome of a breath test. That's because of a distinct flaw in the machines designed to...

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...

When an Illinois driver faces drunk driving charges, he or she is facing consequences that can have a serious impact on his or her life. The severity of potential penalties depends on the driver's criminal history and certain aggravating factors that may be present in...

A theft charge can quickly impact your life by ruining your reputation and even threatening your freedom. Unfortunately, a theft conviction can also ruin your chances of claiming certain jobs in the future.Fortunately, a theft charge is not an automatic prison...

Drug-related crimes are no laughing matter. The potential consequences can hurt you and your family for the foreseeable future. If you are facing a drug charge, the steps you take before and during your criminal trial are really going to matter.Possession is probably...

That's right. When an Illinois law enforcement officer initiates a traffic stop based on the contention that you were speeding, the ticket you get could result from one of three different types of speeding.How you defend against such a violation may just...

Shoplifting is a crime. Each year, retail establishments lose billions of dollars in merchandise to shoplifters, not to mention the amount of money they spend on security devices, guards and cameras. If you are facing shoplifting charges, you may already know these...

If you stand accused of a crime such as burglary, you may be feeling somewhat intimidated or overwhelmed by the process. A conviction for burglary carries severe penalties that could prove detrimental to your future.You may wish to protect yourself from potentially...