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Jul. 22 2022

Avoid These Common IL Drug Arrest Mistakes

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Criminal Law Drug Crimes

Being arrested in Illinois and charged with drug crimes can be a confusing and scary experience. Not many people have a lot of experience with law enforcement. You may not be sure what to do when arrested. There are many facets to drug crimes and the subsequent charges that can stem from [...]

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Jul. 15 2022

It’s Your Second IL DUI, Now What?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

DUI

When you are arrested for a DUI, there are many possible consequences from the start. When you start to get into territory where it’s not your first DUI, then those consequences can become even more significant in Illinois. In some respects, your first DUI weighs heavily on the outcome of [...]

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Jul. 15 2022

Does Domestic Violence Have to Occur at Home?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is an issue that concerns lawmakers and peace officers alike in Illinois. Fighting between family members or members of the same household is a problem that occurs frequently – leading to arrests and, ultimately, charges for serious offenses such as domestic [...]

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Jul. 1 2022

Myths About IL Sex Crimes

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Sex Crimes Sex Offenders Sex Trafficking Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault

When it comes to sex crimes in the United States and in Illinois, people make a lot of assumptions. Often, these assumptions are based on bad information. Sex crimes are a serious matter, and those who are convicted of them are penalized quite significantly by the state. But it’s still [...]

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Jul. 1 2022

IL Drug Trafficking: Building a Solid Defense

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Drug Crimes Drug Trafficking

Illinois may be a state where certain drug laws have been relaxed in recent years, but that doesn’t mean it’s a place where people can do what they want in regards to controlled substances. In fact, Illinois has some very harsh drug trafficking laws that can send a person to prison for a [...]

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Jul. 1 2022

Can Aging Increase Your Odds for an IL DUI?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

DUI

There’s no denying it: The population in the United States is growing older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 44 million people over age 65 in the United States thanks to the Baby Boomer generation. While those who are older enjoy the freedom of [...]

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Jun. 9 2022

Does Your Pet Need an IL Protective Order?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Domestic Violence Protection Orders

Pets are often considered part of the family. In Illinois, the legal system really considers them to be a part of your family, because they can be a part of your domestic violence protective order. Those in domestic violence situations with partners who are abusive worry not only about their [...]

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Jun. 9 2022

What Is a Sexual Predator in Illinois?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Sex Crimes

Sex crimes are many offenses that are committed in the state of Illinois and beyond, unfortunately. A defendant may be rightly or wrongfully accused of a crime, but if you are found guilty, then you can face serious consequences – including being labeled a sexual predator. Understanding the [...]

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May. 25 2022

Do’s and Don’ts for IL DUI Sobriety Checkpoints

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

DUI DUI Checkpoints

Have you ever been driving home and then come upon a strange scene? Cop cars are stopping cars as they drive past, funneling them through a checkpoint to see if people have been drinking and driving? Sobriety checkpoints do occur in Illinois, so it’s important to understand what you should [...]

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May. 13 2022

IL: Difference Between Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Category:

Domestic Violence Sexual Violence

The state of Illinois takes domestic violence very seriously, but it’s not the only crime. You often hear of sexual violence taking place in the same space as domestic violence, so they are intertwined issues – but two different things legally. While these two charges may be considered [...]

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