Recreational use of cannabis was once illegal throughout the United States, but laws have changed in many states recently. For example, as of Jan. 1, 2020, Illinois adults can purchase cannabis for recreational use in certain situations. However, using marijuana is still illegal under federal law, so it is understandable to be concerned about potential…
Mail fraud is one of the most common state and federal white-collar crimes. If you have been charged with mail fraud in Illinois, you could receive years in prison. Talk to our Chicago mail fraud lawyer at Law Offices of Vadim A. Glozman today for legal assistance. Mail Fraud Definition Mail fraud is the intentional…
Wire fraud is a federal charge with severe consequences if you are convicted. Defendants charged with wire fraud should contact a skilled attorney immediately to protect their rights. If you have been accused of this serious crime, contact our Chicago wire fraud defense lawyers at Law Offices of Vadim A. Glozman today. What Is Wire…
f you were charged with an Illinois drug crime, you would face severe penalties that would worsen your life. If convicted, you can get heavy fines, years in prison, and be saddled with a lifetime criminal record that negatively affects your educational and employment opportunity. In addition, with a drug charge pending, you need a…
In 2022, the IRS received a major cash infusion with the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), totaling $80 billion over the next 10 years. Some funds will replace outdated computer equipment and enhance customer service. However, much of the funding will be used for increased tax enforcement. Under the IRA, the IRS will…
You could feel frightened and overwhelmed if you were charged with a federal crime recently. The first step to dealing with this serious matter is understanding the nature of the charges against you. This article answers some of the most common questions about federal crimes and charges. Second, contact a Chicago federal criminal attorney at…
Fraud is a serious offense, and the white-collar crimes of bank fraud and tax fraud can result in severe state and federal penalties. Have you been charged with bank or tax fraud in Chicago? Then you should immediately speak to a Chicago federal criminal attorney at the Law Offices of Vadim A. Glozman. What Is…
More than 57,000 people were convicted for federal crimes, including drug trafficking, in 2021. Drug trafficking is one of the most serious narcotics offenses. A common question about drug trafficking charges is whether it is a federal offense. Learn the answer to this question below, and contact our Chicago drug trafficking lawyers at the Law…
Election season is past, but we still hear about allegations of voter fraud in Illinois. For example, officials in Madison County, Illinois, confirmed in September 2022 they were investigating an allegation of voter fraud involving similar handwriting on 40 mail-in ballots during the primary. Voter fraud is becoming more common, and sometimes people are wrongfully…
Many states are decriminalizing marijuana possession. However, despite some states liberalizing weed possession laws, Illinois still has penalties for most offenses. Therefore, you can still face penalties if you are arrested for cannabis possession in this state. However, some recent developments in the law are detailed below. If you have been charged with cannabis possession…