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AZHARI LLC BLOG

Feb. 14 2017

How to Reduce Your Sentence in Federal Criminal Case

How to Reduce Your Sentence in Federal Criminal Case
Posted By: Sami Azhari

A federal crime occurs when the offender breaks a law that was implemented based on federal legislation. No matter what state you are in across the United States, if you break a federal law, it will result in the same type of punishment, regardless of location. Federal crimes range in severity, [...]
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Feb. 14 2017

Obstruction of Justice: The Pulse Nightclub Shooting

Obstruction of Justice The Pulse Nightclub Shooting
Posted By: Sami Azhari

In June of 2016, 49 individuals died and 53 more were injured as the result of a heinous terrorist attack on an Orlando, Florida nightclub. This massacre is the largest single terrorist attack on our country’s history and the most deadly attack targeting the LGBT community. After carrying out [...]
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Feb. 14 2017

What Constitutes a Hate Crime?

What Constitutes a Hate Crime
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Social media connects us to millions of other users around the world, allowing us to see in real time what another individual is seeing, through their point of view. However, as much as social media can be used to inform and educate us, there is also the potential to promote violence and hate [...]
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Feb. 14 2017

What Does Illinois Mean By “Reckless Homicide”?

What Does Illinois Mean By Reckless Homicide
Posted By: Sami Azhari

You probably know what homicide means. Put simply, it is when one person deliberately kills another. When you hear the word “homicide,” you might think of TV police shows where killers carefully plan out their crimes or of gang violence where teens are shooting each other down. Our area [...]
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Feb. 10 2017

Chicago Police Officer Charged With Sexual Abuse of a Minor

Chicago Police Officer Charged With Sexual Abuse of a Minor
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Even some of Chicago’s finest make mistakes. Sometimes big ones. Last month, a 51-year old Chicago Police Officer was arrested and charged with felony criminal sexual assault after an 18-year-old came forward and accused him of having sexual contact while she was underage. Officer [...]
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Feb. 2 2017

4 FAQs about Federal Crimes

4 FAQs about Federal Crimes
Posted By: Sami Azhari

If you are charged with a crime in Illinois, it is crucial to understand the charges against you and what the next few months will look like in and out of the courtroom. One of the most important things to know is whether you face state or federal charges. While the overall processes have a [...]
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Jan. 26 2017

What Are “White Collar Crimes” in Illinois?

What Are White Collar Crimes in Illinois
Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Despite the many scandals and controversies that have threatened to stand in the way of Donald Trump’s presidency, he has made it to the Oval Office and will serve as the 45th President of the United States. Some of those scandals included being accused of different types of fraud in [...]
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Jan. 17 2017

Three New Illinois Laws Regarding Probation in 2017

Three New Illinois Laws Regarding Probation in 2017
Posted By: Sami Azhari

If you are waiting on a court date in 2017, you may be crossing your fingers for probation or dropped charges rather than jail time. Well, there’s some good news. Today, probation is more likely than ever for many different individuals due to new laws that went into affect on January 1. [...]
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Jan. 11 2017

Two Important Changes to Illinois Expungement Law In 2017

Two Important Changes to Illinois Expungement Law In 2017
Posted By: Sami Azhari

Getting arrested or being charged with a crime can negatively impact your entire life. At Azhari LLC, we work hard to give you the best chance at getting your charges dropped, dismissed, or reduced so that you can get on with your life. However, even after the final ruling is made, there is [...]
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Jan. 4 2017

Got Busted for Partying in Illinois This Holiday Season?

Got Busted for Partying in Illinois This Holiday Season
Posted By: Sami Azhari

The holiday season is a great time to let loose and enjoy a party or two with your friends or family. Sometimes parties can get a bit out of hand, though. If your brand of “letting loose” involved marijuana or another illegal substance and the cops caught you with it, you’re going to be [...]
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