As a college student, you must take care when dealing with DUI related issues. After all, a DUI conviction has the potential to alter your life in many negative ways. This is true even if you are facing a first-time conviction and otherwise have a spotless record. But...
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How do the courts select a jury?
If you are preparing for a criminal trial, it is normal to feel some nervousness over the jury selection process—one important detail to keep in mind that jurors have to represent a cross-section of the community. According to the United States Courts, the jury...
What is blood alcohol concentration?
Your blood alcohol concentration refers to the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream. You can measure your BAC either through a urine, blood or breath test. In Illinois, according to the Illinois General Assembly, it is illegal to drive with a BAC at or above 0.08%....
Multiple arrests made in Illinois weapons possession case
Gun control laws in Illinois protect citizens from those who might use a variety of handguns and even assault weapons to commit violent crimes such as robbery and to engage in gang-related violence. Those who illegally possess these weapons run the risk of facing a...
What should you know about field sobriety tests?
If an officer pulls you over on suspicion of intoxicated driving, you will likely face several tests to prove your sobriety. One of these tests might be a field sobriety test. You may have heard of them before, but what do you know about them? Most importantly, how...
Will your DUI conviction hurt your job prospects?
In today’s uncertain job market, you need every competitive advantage possible. A DUI conviction is not one of them. In fact, as reported by the Houston Chronicle, it can do you a lot of damage and may even prevent you from getting the job you want. In fact, a DUI...
Types of Illinois theft crimes
Before facing a court date for theft in Illinois, you should understand the types of charges and possible penalties. The state uses both the terms larceny and theft to describe taking someone else's property without permission, by deception or by threat. Review the...
What should you know about constructive possession?
In all likelihood, you have never before run across the term “constructive possession.” This legal doctrine, however, could make the crucial difference between acquittal and conviction when you find yourself facing drug charges. Regardless of the specific charges...
How much violent crime occurs in Illinois?
The 2018 state-by-state U.S. crime statistics have been released, and, unfortunately, Illinois ranks in the top 20 states for violent crime. Specifically, a report in USA Today ranks Illinois number 19 in terms of the number of violent crimes reported in our state...
What could cause me to lose my gun rights?
The rights afforded to you in the U.S. Constitution are not without exceptions. Most notably, your gun rights can easily go away if you find yourself in certain legal situations. According to Giffords Law Center, you will lose your gun rights if you have a felony...
