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AZHARI LLC BLOG

Oct. 25 2018

What Makes Fraud a Federal Case in Illinois?

What Makes Fraud a Federal Case in Illinois?
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Fraud and other financial crimes are a type of theft that occurs when the defendant takes the money or property of another party, or uses them in an unauthorized manner, with the intent of gaining a benefit from it. Fraud differs from other types of theft in that the defendant typically commits [...]
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Oct. 12 2018

How Does Sexual Assault Become Aggravated in Illinois?

How Does Sexual Assault Become Aggravated in Illinois?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Sexual assault is an incredibly serious crime in Illinois, but it can be elevated to the even more serious crime of aggravated sexual assault when certain conditions are present. In this post, we are going to detail the differences between the two crimes and what you can do to protect your [...]
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Oct. 5 2018

When Does Illinois Deem Domestic Violence a Felony?

When Does Illinois Deem Domestic Violence a Felony?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Typically, domestic violence is not charged as a felony in Illinois. However, there are some circumstances that can cause a domestic violence offense to be viewed in this more serious way. In this post, we’re going to cover what makes an offense qualify as domestic violence, specific domestic [...]
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Sep. 27 2018

Mandatory Minimums: What are They and Which Federal Crimes Have Them?

Mandatory Minimums: What are They and Which Federal Crimes Have Them?
Posted By: Sami Azhari

If you are facing federal crime charges, you need to understand mandatory minimums and how they might affect you. In this post, we’ll describe what mandatory minimums are and which federal charges come with them. Mandatory Minimum Prison Sentences The federal government issues mandatory [...]
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Sep. 20 2018

Drug Trafficking: Strategies to Beat Your Charge in Illinois

Drug Trafficking: Strategies to Beat Your Charge in Illinois
Posted By: Sami Azhari

If you are facing drug trafficking charges in Illinois, you can fight back with the help of a skilled criminal attorney. Here are the most common strategies that can help you be successful in your fight. Illinois Drug Trafficking Defense Strategies In Illinois, drug trafficking is a serious [...]
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Sep. 13 2018

Do You Have to Take a Field Sobriety Test in Illinois?

Do You Have to Take a Field Sobriety Test in Illinois?
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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We are regularly asked about the laws surrounding field sobriety testing in Illinois, and whether individuals are required to submit to field sobriety testing. The short answer is no -- but it’s important to fully understand the process of a drunk driving traffic stop and arrest, and to know [...]
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Sep. 6 2018

Why Chicago Is Desperate to Crack Down on Guns

Why Chicago Is Desperate to Crack Down on Guns
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Chicago is constantly put in the spotlight when the issue of gun control comes up in politics and media. Our city is unfortunately notorious for gun violence, and this past August continued to support that reputation. During the first weekend of August, 71 people were injured or killed in [...]
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Aug. 30 2018

Yes, a Chicago School Fight Can Lead to Illinois Assault Charges

Yes, a Chicago School Fight Can Lead to Illinois Assault Charges
Posted By: Sami Azhari

If your teen gets involved in a school fight, it might seem like no big deal, but you should be aware that he or she may be charged with assault under Illinois law. Case-in-point: seven teens were arrested and one teen was hospitalized after a fight recently broke out at Champaign Centennial [...]
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Aug. 22 2018

You Use Bitcoin – Should You Be Afraid of Money Laundering Charges?

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Posted By: Sami Azhari

The term “money laundering” was first used in the early 1900s to describe organizations that took income from illegal activities and “washed” it into the flow of legal money. Historically, service-based businesses have been used as money laundering operations, as services are much [...]
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Aug. 16 2018

What You Should Know about Shoplifting Charges in Illinois

What You Should Know about Shoplifting Charges in Illinois
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Shoplifting seems like a relatively minor crime without serious criminal consequence, but this is often not the case. Because shoplifting is a leading cause of financial loss for most retailers, more and more merchants have begun to prosecute even relatively minor shoplifting offenses, and the [...]
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