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AZHARI LLC BLOG

Sep. 10 2021

Common Defenses to Illinois Drug Crimes

Posted By: Sami Azhari
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In Illinois, even some simple drug possessions that seem minor can result in serious consequences. However, when charged with a drug crime, many people may not understand how consequential the charges can be. This is why it’s crucial for anyone who is facing drug crimes in Illinois to [...]
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Sep. 10 2021

An Illinois Sex Crime Could Lead to a Lifetime No-Contact Order

An Illinois Sex Crime Could Lead to a Lifetime No-Contact Order
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Sex crimes are taken very seriously in Illinois, and the associated penalties are often quite harsh – including no-contact orders. Illinois just changed the law to give victims of sex crimes the ability to get no-contact orders -- for life -- put on those who perpetrated the sex crimes. [...]
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Sep. 10 2021

Is Domestic Violence a Good Defense for Illinois Murder?

Is Domestic Violence a Good Defense for Illinois Murder?
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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If you asked the average person on the street if someone should be convicted for murder when they were forced to do it, you might get a variety of answers. It’s a tough question, and one that has been asked within the confines of the justice system for quite some time. A case in Illinois [...]
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Aug. 20 2021

Drugged Driving in Illinois: You’ll Get a DUI

Drugged Driving in Illinois: You'll Get a DUI
Posted By: Sami Azhari

When most people think of a DUI (driving under the influence) charge, they automatically jump to alcohol as the drug causing the impairment – but that’s not always the case. A Plainfield man was recently charged with driving under the influence of drugs, disobeying a stop sign, and [...]
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Aug. 20 2021

When Does an Illinois Sex Crime Become a Federal Case?

When Does an Illinois Sex Crime Become a Federal Case?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

On July 10th, police approached a 13-year-old girl sobbing on the steps of the Lincoln Depot rail station. She told them she had been abducted from her hometown in Bleckley County, Georgia four days earlier and driven more than 700 miles away to Springfield, Illinois. The man allegedly [...]
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Aug. 6 2021

New Bill To More Clearly Define Consent in Illinois

New Bill To More Clearly Define Consent in Illinois
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Rape is a serious and frightening crime, but it doesn’t always happen between strangers or in dark alleys under the cover of night – it often occurs between those who know each other. Regardless of the circumstances, every case involving sexual assault is defined by one factor: consent. And [...]
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Aug. 6 2021

When Does an Illinois Sex Crime Become a Federal Case?

When Does an Illinois Sex Crime Become a Federal Case?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Sex crimes are serious when committed in Illinois, but they are even graver when taken on by the federal courts. This evokes even more penalties a person convicted could potentially face – as one Illinois man may soon find out. A registered sex offender in Illinois has now been accused of [...]
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Jul. 23 2021

What Is Public Indecency in Illinois?

What Is Public Indecency in Illinois?
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Public indecency laws may seem like old-fashioned rules of a by-gone era, but they are very much alive and well in the 21st century. In fact, people regularly get arrested and charged with violating public indecency laws in Illinois. Many different types of acts in public are considered [...]
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Jul. 23 2021

Endangering Children With an Illinois DUI

Endangering Children With an Illinois DUI
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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DUI

Getting a DUI is something many people want to avoid. It can lead to serious consequences, including the loss of your license. However, DUIs can and do get worse, especially when children are involved. A Lake Bluff woman was arrested recently for driving under the influence of alcohol. [...]
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Jul. 7 2021

Ready To Have Your IL Record Expunged? Find Out If You Qualify First

Ready To Have Your IL Record Expunged? Find Out If You Qualify First
Posted By: Sami Azhari

A criminal record is not a good thing to have. In fact, one mistake made can follow you around forever. It can impact various aspects of your life like employment or even finding a place to live. The good news is that Illinois has expungement laws, and many people are eligible to take [...]
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