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Feb. 7 2020

Reducing Your Chicago Charges to Criminal Trespassing

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Burglary Criminal Trespassing

Americans sure do like their stuff. They want to protect it, and they spend a lot of money to do just that. Try more than $20 billion. That’s just how much Americans spend on security systems each year. These systems are primarily designed to help deter instances of burglary. Because while [...]

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Feb. 7 2020

Think DUI Is Just a Misdemeanor Charge in IL? Think Again

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

DUI

Getting caught driving under the influence is bad enough on its own. It’s all too easy to misjudge your level of intoxication and try driving home, only to receive a DUI charge when you thought you were fine. It gets worse, though. In Illinois, DUIs are not just misdemeanors. [...]

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Jan. 22 2020

What the New Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act Means for You

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Drug Crimes Marijuana Laws

As of January 1st, 2020, newly enacted marijuana laws have come into effect in the state of Illinois. These new laws have drastically changed the legal landscape in terms of the rights and freedoms afforded to Illinois residents as they pertain to the cultivation, possession, sale, and [...]

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Jan. 17 2020

Pope Francis Pulls the Curtains Back Further on Clergy Abuse

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Clergy Sexual Abuse

Recent years of investigation continue to reveal how abuse in the Catholic church has for years been one of its worst-kept secrets. Shockingly enough, many people know about it - or at least suspect it - but little action has historically been taken. This was largely due to the church’s [...]

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Jan. 9 2020

Eastern Illinois University Student to Face Computer Fraud Charges

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Computer Crimes Fraud

For most of us, computers are part of daily life and, frankly, used for nearly every aspect of our personal and professional lives. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that people are increasingly using computers to commit crimes of all kinds, too. Sometimes, the alleged perpetrators [...]

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Jan. 9 2020

Convicted Chicago Felon Tests Limits of Unlawful Possession Laws

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Gun Crimes Gun Laws

Our city is often represented in the media as a city ripe with violence and shootings. It is unfortunate but Chicago is home to a lot of gun crime. In response, local law enforcement and the courts are also taking action to combat these illegal activities. Chicago Man Found Guilty for Mere [...]

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Jan. 9 2020

When Holiday Work Parties Lead to Sexual Harassment Accusations in IL

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Sex Crimes Sexual Harassment

The office holiday party has long been regarded as a way for overworked employees to cut loose and enjoy themselves at the end of the year. In most cases, holiday parties are harmless fun that ends well for everyone. However, sexual misconduct is also relatively common at holiday parties, [...]

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Dec. 19 2019

Did You Know Chicago Package Theft Can Be a Federal Charge?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

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Package Theft Theft

Theft is always a crime, regardless of where it happens or who the victim is. However, certain kinds of theft are automatically considered matters of federal law. Mail tampering, although a seemingly minor offense, is one of them. A conviction can lead to decades in federal prison or [...]

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Dec. 12 2019

Are Plea Deals to Illinois Drug Charges a Smart Idea?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Drug Crimes Plea Deals

You might be surprised to learn that 90 to 95% of both federal and state cases end in plea bargains. This is an agreement between the defense and the prosecution to resolve the case and avoid going to trial. The prevalence of plea bargains suggests that there’s something in them for both [...]

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Dec. 6 2019

How Bad Is Human Trafficking in Illinois?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Human Trafficking Sex Trafficking

You might be surprised that Illinois has one of the highest rates for human trafficking in the nation. Chicago is a major city, and hub among several major interstates, creating ample opportunities for human trafficking. Law enforcement and lawmakers have taken greater initiative over the [...]

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