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Jun. 10 2021

Same-Sex Relationships in Illinois Aren’t Immune to Domestic Violence

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Domestic Violence LGBTQ

Domestic violence is not limited to heterosexual couples -- it can occur in LGBTQ relationships in Illinois as well. Unfortunately, we often hear about it less because many domestic violence victims in same-sex relationships are reluctant to seek help due to fear of discrimination or [...]

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Jun. 4 2021

Common Reasons Chicagoans Shoplift (and How They Can Help Your Case)

Posted By: Sami Azhari

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Shoplifiting

Shoplifting is a common crime in Chicago, as it is elsewhere across the country. The fines for doing so can be stiff, depending on the circumstances and the value of the items taken. Retailers may also bar an individual from patronizing their store if they are caught shoplifting. Shoplifting [...]

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Jun. 4 2021

K-9 Unit Bust? See If Your Rights Were Violated

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Criminal Defense Criminal Law

The last thing anyone wants is for the cops to search their property. And if a K-9 unit enters the scene, your day can go from bad to worse fast. It’s vital that you understand your rights as a United States citizen in circumstances like these. After all, you are granted constitutional [...]

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May. 21 2021

It’s Not Too Late to Pursue Justice Against Predatory Clergy Members

Posted By: Sami Azhari

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Clergy ABuse Clergy Sexual Abuse

Stories of predatory clergy members have been all over the news for years. More victims seem to come forward each day, identifying clergy who have abused children. Recently, a story came out about a clergy member who pled guilty in the 1980s to the sexual abuse of a young boy in Kentucky. He [...]

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May. 14 2021

Illinois FOID Card Debate Heats Up: What You Need to Know

Posted By: Sami Azhari

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FOID Gun Laws

The debate between those on opposite ends of the gun control spectrum rages across state Houses everywhere, even in Illinois. Two recent bills in the Illinois legislature prove just how divisive this debate has become. One bill suggests fingerprinting anyone who obtains a Firearm Owner [...]

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May. 7 2021

I Can’t Pay That! When Your IL DUI Bond Is Set Too High

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

DUI

Getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) once isn’t something anyone strives to do – let alone many times. Yet for some, DUI arrests do pile up, and the subsequent consequences can be steep. A Chicago woman recently experienced the criminal justice system’s harsh reaction [...]

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Apr. 29 2021

Will Police Failure Equal More Attention on Chicago Rape Crimes?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Criminal Sexual Assault Sexual Assault

Sexual assault is a terrible crime – and Illinois prosecutes it to the fullest extent of the law. Well, when they solve the case, that is. Recently, the Chicago police’s dismal record of solving sexual assault cases has come into the public eye. Over a decade, of 15,000 cases reported, [...]

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Apr. 22 2021

Child Porn Charges May Land Illinois Man a Life Sentence

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Child Pornography Charges

Few crimes are abhorred by society as much as those that hurt children, child pornography being chief among them. Despite its taboo, child pornography does happen – sometimes in places you may least expect. A recent case in Kankakee, Illinois highlights the pervasiveness of child [...]

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Apr. 22 2021

Failure to File Taxes or Failure to Pay: Which Is Worse in Illinois?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

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Tax Evasion Tax Fraud

Taxes can cause a lot of confusion, especially when financial situations get complicated. Still, most Americans understand their minimum obligation to file and pay taxes each year. While the world won’t come to a halt if you don’t make the federal deadline, failure to file and pay your [...]

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Apr. 8 2021

Your Checklist to Illinois Criminal Record Expungement

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Criminal Record Sealing Expungement/Record Sealing

Being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can be a scary and intimidating experience. No matter what, it produces a criminal record – even if you are never charged or found not guilty. This means some innocent people who were never actually charged with an offense still carry [...]

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