Drug Crimes

When someone commits a crime, they aren’t always arrested right away. In fact, a lot of time can go by between the commission of a crime and being formally charged with it.

However, to protect all involved, the state has …

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 …

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 …

Illinois has been at the forefront of the marijuana legalization movement. They first made it medically legal for those who needed it – then moved to make it legal recreationally across the state, decriminalizing small amounts of other drugs along …

Drug crimes are taken very seriously in Illinois, even with the relaxed rules regarding marijuana and the decriminalization of some substances. The police still regularly seek out drug operations that manufacture and sell controlled substances to try to get drugs …

While it may be true that marijuana has received approval recreationally and medically in Illinois in the last few years, there are still many drugs in the state that remain illegal. Methamphetamines, ecstasy, heroin, and LSD, among others, are illegal. …

Criminal charges of any type can seriously derail your life. However, drug possession charges in Illinois can take your life in a direction you may not have anticipated, sending you to jail and making you responsible for thousands of dollars …

In Illinois, even some simple drug possessions that seem minor can result in serious consequences. However, when charged with a drug crime, many people may not understand how consequential the charges can be.

This is why it’s crucial for …

The last thing anyone wants is for the cops to search their property. And if a K-9 unit enters the scene, your day can go from bad to worse fast.

It’s vital that you understand your rights as a United …

Illinois, and particularly Chicago, is famous for many things. Deep dish pizza, the Chicago Bears, and the many museums and entertainment venues are a few of the positive things, but there are some negatives we’re known for as well – …