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Aug. 5 2020

In Homicides, Intent Can Determine If You Spend Life in an IL Prison

In Homicides, Intent Can Determine If You Spend Life in an IL Prison
Posted By: Sami Azhari

In a recent tragedy at a Michigan youth home, intent played a role in determining the homicide charges of three former employees. According to an investigation by state authorities, the three staff members may have been responsible for the death of a 16-year-old Black boy. The employees [...]
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Aug. 5 2020

Conspiracy to Traffic Controlled Substances: Class X Felony in IL

Conspiracy to Traffic Controlled Substances: Class X Felony in IL
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Following an investigation for narcotics and firearm offenses, members of two gangs in Chicago face the most serious type of felony charge in Illinois: A Class X felony. The investigation, called “Operation Full Circle”, resulted in the seizure of dozens of firearms, large amounts of [...]
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Jul. 24 2020

How Is It Public Indecency When I’m Inside My Own Home in Chicago?

How Is It Public Indecency When I'm Inside My Own Home in Chicago?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Your home is supposedly your castle - it’s the place where you can do whatever you want. It’s one of the only places that you can wander around dressed - or undressed - however you please, right? Well, not quite. Recently, a man has been declared wanted for being naked in his own [...]
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Jul. 17 2020

Criminal Mischief Becomes a Hate Crime for Illinois Man

Criminal Mischief Becomes a Hate Crime for Illinois Man
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Race relations have come to the forefront of the American consciousness with the current wave of protests. As a result, hate crimes are coming to the forefront of the news cycle. Many people are discovering that “hate crime” is a broader term than they had previously understood. That’s [...]
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Jul. 17 2020

COVID-19 Grace Period for Chicago Sex Offenders Not a “Free Pass”

COVID-19 Grace Period for Chicago Sex Offenders Not a “Free Pass”
Posted By: Sami Azhari

The global pandemic has put a halt on many plans and procedures. Buildings are closed. Deadlines have been pushed back. Events have been rescheduled. Law enforcement and criminal justice are not immune to the effects of COVID-19. Case-in-point: Chicago’s Criminal Registration Unit is [...]
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Jul. 3 2020

Chicago Woman Facing 15 Years for No Probation for DUI Charges

Chicago Woman Facing 15 Years for No Probation for DUI Charges
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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DUI

The consequences for DUI in Illinois are serious. You could find yourself paying thousands of dollars just for one drive home. Worse, these costs don’t even begin to cover the possible jail time and other consequences of drinking and driving. Case-in-point: a woman in Glendale Heights is [...]
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Jul. 3 2020

Looting Isn’t the Only Charge Against Protestors — Some Face Arson

Looting Isn't the Only Charge Against Protestors -- Some Face Arson
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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With protests breaking out all over the United States, it can be easy to get caught up in the emotions of the moment and go further than you intended. Take care, though. Charges for disorderly conduct or resisting arrest are one thing -- rioting and looting are a completely different beast, [...]
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Jun. 18 2020

Looting During Chicago’s George Floyd Protests is a Felony

Looting During Chicago's George Floyd Protests is a Felony
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Looting seems to be a big issue after disasters – both natural and man-made. With protests popping up across the nation, including in Illinois, some people are taking things beyond protesting and crossing over into looting. However, if you’re arrested and charged with looting in [...]
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Jun. 18 2020

Chicago Experienced Deadliest Memorial Day Weekend in Years

Chicago Experienced Deadliest Memorial Day Weekend in Years
Posted By: Sami Azhari

The 2020 Memorial Day weekend was the deadliest Chicago has seen in years. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, 10 people were killed and 39 wounded over the weekend, the highest since 2015, even with a stay at home order currently in place due to COVID-19. Homicide in Chicago is something [...]
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Jun. 5 2020

Chicago’s Spike in Domestic Violence Cases Has Police on High Alert

Chicago's Spike in Domestic Violence Cases Has Police on High Alert
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Experts say domestic violence is often rooted in the need for power and control. The recent lockdowns from COVID-19 are certainly a situation that can lead to a loss of both. So it makes sense that one dire consequence has been a rise in domestic violence cases. Being relegated to your [...]
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