Claiming to have acted in self-defense could theoretically absolve someone of criminal culpability for an incident that results in injury to another person. Illinois state law permits people to act in self-defense when they believe that they are experiencing an...
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Appealing a conviction? Get a new lawyer
An adverse ruling in a criminal case is a serious blow, and it can leave you reeling – but you need to act quickly to begin the appeals process. Even though you're struggling with the weight of everything that’s happened, you probably also need to find a different...
Illinois law prohibits “deceptive tactics” in questioning minors
We see police lying to suspects on TV all the time to get them to confess to a crime. However, many people don’t realize that in “real life,” law enforcement officers can indeed lie when questioning suspects. The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld that right. Officers may...
When can you challenge evidence as part of a defense strategy?
Facing criminal charges in Illinois is enough to frighten even the bravest individual. The penalties associated with the allegations against you might include incarceration, fines and community service obligations. It is common for prosecutors in Illinois to bring the...
Could drug court help you avoid jail or prison time?
A drug charge in Illinois may have serious consequences, including possible time behind bars and steep fines, among others. However, depending on the type of criminal charge you face and whether you meet other eligibility criteria, you may be able to avoid jail or...
Getting a certificate of innocence in Illinois
If you have previously been convicted for a crime that you did not commit, then something you might want to seek out is a certificate of innocence. This is a powerful kind of post-conviction relief that helps you get the conviction removed from your record. It also...
What is the difference between a murder and homicide?
If you are facing accusations of killing another person, you need to be aware of exactly what those charges entail. Homicides and murders are not necessarily the same thing, even if you may have heard those terms used interchangeably in the past. Homicides and murders...
Can you challenge digital evidence in a major fraud case?
Digital evidence often plays a major role in white-collar criminal cases. Police officers or even federal investigators will use everything from internet search history and email correspondence to bank transfer records to develop their allegations that someone...
This is what you should know about murder charges
Murder is among the most serious crimes you could ever commit. That being said, a murder itself is not always unlawful. They can be accidental or even a result of defending yourself against a serious threat. Murder is defined as the unlawful killing of another person...
White collar crime accusations must be swiftly addressed
White collar crime is a broad term that's used to cover a multitude of criminal actions that have to do primarily with personal gain for the person who's accused of the crime. While some people think that these are victim-less crimes, they aren't. The corporation or...