Belleville Criminal Defense Law Firm
Regardless of what some may think, not everyone convicted of a crime is guilty. Issues with the U.S. justice system can lead to the erroneous conviction of an innocent person. After spending years, sometimes decades in prison, hundreds of people have been released...
Criminal convictions put people behind bars. In many instances, individuals subject to incarceration are eventually let out. Convicts set free are either done serving time or are in the free world under strict supervision. That said, they have a black mark on their...
Facing criminal charges is a scary ordeal. You will have a chance to defend yourself in court against the charges, but if you are convicted you could spend time in jail and face other penalties. Before you decide to take on the task of representing yourself in court,...
When it comes to state drug initiatives, there are three types of measures. These are prevention measures, treatment measures and enforcement measures. Units like the Multi-County Narcotics Enforcement Group in Illinois focus on the enforcement aspect of things....
Many teenagers and even parents see drinking alcohol as a rebellion or rite of passage into adulthood. While it is only legal to drink alcohol for people who are over 21 in Illinois, there are still those who choose to indulge without realizing the risks associated...
If you drive with a blood alcohol content level above a certain limit in Illinois, you could face charges for drinking and driving. If convicted, some of the penalties can include jail time, a fine and the requirement to use an ignition interlock device in your car....
You probably already know that recreational marijuana has been legal in Illinois for two years now. Just like with alcohol, the fact that you can consume marijuana if you are over 21 does not mean you can drive while high. In fact, the state law regarding driving with...
If you are the parent of a teen who drives, or you are a driver under the age of 21, you need to take a close look at underage drunk driving laws. Every year, many young people across the state of Illinois face serious consequences as a result of DUI charges, and some...
Many people do not know that bad driving behaviors can lead to more than just a traffic ticket. In some cases, reckless actions on the road can result in a criminal charge. Here is what motorists need to know about reckless driving in the state of Illinois. What is...
Many people do not know that bad driving behaviors can lead to more than just a traffic ticket. In some cases, reckless actions on the road can result in a criminal charge. Here is what motorists need to know about careless and imprudent driving in Missouri. What is...