Sentencing Enhancements: When Use of a Weapon, Prior Criminal Record or Multiple Offenses Makes the Penalty Worse
Defenses in Violent Crime Cases — Common Legal Defenses in Murder, Attempted Murder, and Aggravated Battery Cases
Understanding Drug Trafficking Charges in Illinois — Elements, Conspiracy, and Trafficking vs. Simple Possession
What Constitutes Attempted Murder Under Illinois Law: The Legal Test for Attempt and the Substantial Step Doctrine
Aggravated Battery vs. Simple Battery in Illinois — Legal Differences & Why It Matters
How the Statute of Intent Works in Illinois Violent Crimes — What “Intentionally,” “Knowingly,” and “Recklessly” Mean
What Is Considered a Violent Crime in Illinois? — A Breakdown of Statutory Definitions
Understanding Illinois Felony Classes: What “Class X,” “Class 1,” “Class 2,” etc. Mean
Illinois Inspector General Investigation: What It Really Means (and What to Do Next)
Illinois Attorney General Investigation or Subpoena: What It Means (and What to Do Next)
Illinois Pension Forfeiture After a Criminal Case: What Public Employees Need to Know
How a Criminal Charge Can Affect Your Professional License in Illinois