Under 720 ILCS 5/16-25, retail theft in Illinois covers a wide range of criminal offenses from pickpocketing to fraudulently returning stolen goods for credit. The value of the retail theft...
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Possession of a stolen motor vehicle, or 625 ILCS 5/4-103, is a section of the Illinois Vehicle Code that covers felonies related to vehicles. It is very specific in that...
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“Robbery” and “Theft from a person” are not the same charges. They are different, and they come with different consequences. The penalties will vary a lot depending on the facts...
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The state of Illinois takes theft seriously. Being convicted of theft can lead to jail/prison time. And, even if a conviction doesn’t lead to any time behind bars, it can...
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A theft charge in Illinois is far from a minor issue. Depending on the value of the property involved and the specifics of the situation, you could face charges that...
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It is not uncommon for people to think that taking something that does not belong to them and was not given to them is an insignificant act. A minor violation...
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You are not a criminal, and you didn’t rob a bank. But, even so, if the court can demonstrate that you were connected to a conspiracy to commit bank robbery...
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Receiving stolen goods is a crime that involves the theft of property by one person and given to someone else. The person receiving from the person who stole it can...
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Armed robbery is a serious offense in Illinois that carries heavy fines, probation, and imprisonment. Facing such serious consequences and navigating the legal system can be overwhelming and complicated. Our...
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A longtime secretary feels as though she has been slighted by her workplace. She has been attempting to get a promotion for years and just realized that a much younger...
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