What is a Petition to Revoke in Illinois?Many people who are charged with a crime in Illinois may be familiar with what court supervision is (an article explaining it is linked...
What is court supervision?Most people are aware of the basic dispositions in a court case, which are guilty and not guilty. But there are other outcomes the court...
The police want to speak with me, what should I do?If you are suspected of committing a crime or a "person of interest" in a police investigation, they may want to speak with you and...
What happens to my license if I'm charged with DUI?One of the biggest concerns with getting charged with DUI are the implications it can have on your license. If you are suspected of DUI,...
What happens if I get caught driving with a suspended or revoked license?Your driver's license is a privilege, not a right, in the State of Illinois. This privilege can be taken away for numerous reasons, such...
What is the law on marijuana in Illinois?Arguably, the most popular recreational drug in the US (not including alcohol) is marijuana. Yet it still remains illegal, or at the...
What do I do if there is a warrant for my arrest?One of the scariest things you can encounter in our judicial system is finding out that a warrant has been issued for your arrest. When a...
What happens to my CDL when I get a traffic ticket?For most people, a traffic ticket is not a very serious matter. You pay a fine, maybe complete some traffic classes, and hopefully get...
What is Disorderly Conduct?You may have heard of so called "catch-all" crimes such as disturbing the peace or disorderly conduct. These types of criminal charges...
Should you take the breathalyzer in Illinois?One of the most common questions my clients ask me in regards to Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is "should I blow in the...