If you intend to go to college, you probably already know how expensive pursuing a higher education can be. In fact, according to the Education Data Initiative, the average cost to obtain a four-year degree in the U.S. is roughly $35,000 per year. Fortunately, you may...
Protecting Your Future Begins with Securing The Strongest Defense Against Criminal Charges
Year: 2022
What is felony murder?
Thanks to the 24-hour news cycle, Chicago has earned a reputation for being a hotbed of violent crime. When it comes to murder, the city seems to be heading in the wrong direction. In fact, according to reporting from NBC, Chicago's 797 homicides in 2021 were more...
Drug-related crimes no longer jeopardize some financial aid
Going to college can be a tremendous amount of fun. After all, while you are working on earning your degree, you have the opportunity to meet others and try new experiences. If you experiment with drugs, though, you may face criminal charges for possessing or even...
What are opioids?
Drug abuse and misuse can cause major issues in a person's life. Legal problems can easily result if you or someone you love possesses an illicit or unlawful substance. These legal problems can result in massive fines and jail time, depending on the offense. Misuse of...
Understanding domestic violence charges in Illinois
Crimes between or against members of a family or those cohabitating under the same roof have specific legal classifications. Domestic violence, a serious crime, is the act of harming, threatening, controlling or coercing another member of one’s family or household....
Do police need a warrant to collect evidence against you?
The Constitution provides you protection against unreasonable searches and seizures of property. After a crime, the police conducting an investigation must get a warrant to gather evidence or arrest you. Your right to freedom hinges on the police following a legal...
What circumstances could lead to dropping homicide charges?
If you or a loved one face serious allegations related to a homicide in Illinois, it may not lead to a conviction. Individuals have a constitutional right to a defense directed at countering a prosecutor’s evidence. The charges may also drop if officials arrest and...
To what extent can one legally act in self-defense?
The first impulse of many in Illinois may be to dismiss the claim of self-defense made by one facing criminal charges. This no doubt comes from the common assumption that it takes to two people to create a conflict, and many might find it difficult to believe that a...
The consequences of drug paraphernalia charges
If you are facing charges related to drug paraphernalia, you need to understand what is at stake. These allegations could disrupt many different aspects of your life, from your career to your financial well-being, and they can generate a lot of stress and uncertainty....
What is the Illinois Domestic Violence Act?
If you end up under arrest for domestic violence, you will probably be held under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act. According to the Illinois Attorney General, the act lays out the definition of domestic violence and various provisions pertaining to the crime. You...