If a defendant and their attorney attempt to employ the insanity defense, the court is very likely to select one of four potential dispositions. Going over these four potential dispositions...
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A stalking, no-contact order can and will greatly affect your life. Going over the consequences of a stalking, no-contact order, and speaking with a Schaumburg civil orders of protection lawyer...
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The burden of self-defense encompasses the evidence you present to prove your claim and, in turn, the prosecution's attempt to disprove your self-defense claims. Going over the specific facts that...
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A good expert witness can help you secure the verdict you deserve. By reviewing the three things an expert witness will do for you and speaking with a Chicago criminal...
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A mistrial can be caused by a wide variety of different circumstances. And, right after a mistrial, a number of different circumstances can occur. Going over the circumstances that underlie...
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The "Guilty But Mentally Ill" finding by the Court is often compared to a finding of insanity. Despite this being the case, though, the two outcomes are very different from...
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Stalking is an intense, stressful experience that can erode one’s sense of security, peace, and comfort. To protect yourself, you can review what you can do if a complete stranger...
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Some people are under the misconception that if they have a FOID, they can carry concealed. This is NOT the law in Illinois. Even if you have a FOID card,...
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A domestic battery charge is always very serious. This is true, even though a domestic battery charge is usually not a felony. Going over the seriousness of a domestic battery...
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A criminal case can lead to you spending time in prison, paying a significant fine, and losing much of what you have spent your life building. You can protect your...
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The insanity defense allows those who were legally insane at the time a particular offense was committed not to be held criminally responsible for that offense. Going over the basic...
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Imagine this: it’s almost midnight on the 4th of July. You are driving home to Palatine after spending much of the day with close friends. Just before you reach the...
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Aggravated domestic battery is a very serious crime. By going over the mistakes you must avoid when being charged with aggravated domestic battery and speaking with a Schaumburg criminal defense...
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A revoked license is a huge inconvenience and can result in not only the inability to get around your area but also cost you money and job opportunities. Hiring the...
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A felony domestic battery conviction can result in several years in prison. By understanding the two key defenses available in such cases and consulting with a Chicago criminal defense attorney,...
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