If you are like most people, driving is a daily activity. You need to get to work, your kids to school, you need to run errands, and you need to...
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When you are unable to drive because your license has been revoked or suspended, everyday life can become much more difficult to manage. Handling work and personal responsibilities is not...
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Possession of a stolen firearm in Illinois is a Class 2 felony under 720 ILCS 5/24-3.8. If you are charged with this crime, it is imperative that you obtain legal...
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Illinois punishes those who are found guilty of possession of a stolen firearm. In addition to thousands of dollars in fines, punishments for this crime can also include as long...
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If you were charged with Aggravated Battery with a Firearm, the first thing to know is that you are facing a serious criminal offense under Illinois law. Aggravated battery with...
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Under both Illinois and federal law, machine guns and firearm conversion devices, sometimes referred to as “Glock switches,” are subject to serious restrictions. Even a small conversion device can result...
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cannabis is the most commonly used federally illegal drug throughout the United States. It is estimated that as many as...
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Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) is used in Illinois as a means to reduce impaired driving and other dangerous driving behaviors. STEP allows for federal funding to be directed to...
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Right before we dive into this piece, here’s a scenario to imagine: you are enjoying a Labor Day barbecue at your best friend’s home and, as the clock strikes midnight,...
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Just imagine the following: it is 11:45 PM, Labor Day night. You are leaving a close friend’s Labor Day party. It was a great party and, like most parties, you...
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According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) is a high-visibility enforcement program that targets impaired driving and occupant-protection violations. STEP provides funding to...
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that every day, around 32 people throughout the United States will die in an alcohol-related crash. What that means is that one...
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Being charged with a DUI can lead to long-term penalties that greatly reduce your liberty, financial well-being, and ability to navigate the world. If you are convicted of a DUI,...
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To help combat impaired driving, the state of Illinois uses the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP). The program provides funding to local law enforcement agencies to enhance their enforcement efforts...
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It is important to understand that the state of Illinois punishes individuals who have committed armed violence. The offense is governed primarily under 720 ILCS 5/33A, Article 33A of the...
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