Most states have some procedure in place to acquire and maintain a gun license. This license makes it possible for someone to own, carry and use guns. Illinois is no exception. When the authorities revoke these permits, gun owners lose the accompanying rights....
Month: August 2020
Dispute between East St. Louis teens ends with one being stabbed
East St. Louis teens are prone to getting into disagreements. While this often results in little more than a verbal back and forth, it can sometimes become violent. Not all alternations reach the level where someone is injured and an arrest is made, but some do get...
DUI arrests require probable cause
Getting arrested for a DUI can be emotionally and financially devastating. However, just because you were arrested, does not mean the arrest was valid. If an officer lacked reasonable suspicion for the initial stop or probable cause for the arrest, the arrest would be...
Illinois expungement laws give citizens a second chance
When a potential landlord, boss or loan manager conducts a background check, they see an applicant’s entire criminal record. This form includes arrests, convictions, traffic violations, and other confrontations with the law. Many people hesitate to work with former...
