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August 23rd, 2018

What to Do If You’re Arrested For a DUI on Labor Day

When people hear that Labor Day is approaching, many may think about the long three-day weekend, heading out of town, and nighttime partying. As a result of this reputation, the holiday is often associated with auto accidents caused by drunk driving, and Illinois law enforcement is therefore typically more active than usual in patrolling the...

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August 16th, 2018

What to Keep in Mind When You Contact A DUI Attorney in Illinois

Getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be a stressful experience, especially for those who have never been arrested before. Lawyers are available to help people relieve some of that pressure, but while retaining the services of a DUI attorney can seem natural to some, others may have questions such as “What do...

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August 6th, 2018

Are DUIs Felonies in Illinois?

Driving under the influence, also known as DUI or drunk driving, is a serious charge in Illinois. However, while the courts never take these cases lightly, the exact level of seriousness of the charge may vary depending on the circumstances of the situation and the number of prior convictions for the same charge. This is...

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June 26th, 2018

Avoiding Jail Time by Going to Rehab

In the fifth decade of the federal “War on Drugs,” imprisonment feels almost like an absolute guarantee to those being prosecuted for drug-related offenses. The ubiquity of mandatory minimum sentences in law books around the nation and the aggressiveness with which police forces and legislators approach drug issues do little to stop people from getting...

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June 19th, 2018

The Legal Consequences to Getting Caught with Steroids in Illinois

You may be familiar with anabolic steroids from the many headlines of scandals in the sporting world, but the abuse of this drug is not limited to professional athletes. You may know gym enthusiasts and competitive people who are secretly “juicing.” Many people do not even realize that the way they are using the drug...

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June 10th, 2018

How Bodycam Footage Protects You From Police Abuse

The rising prevalence of police body cameras brings with it a number of important legal considerations. While bodycams still are not the norm – a 2013 study found that only an estimated 25% of police departments across the country implemented a body cam program – they seem to be on their way to widespread adoption....

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Written by Mitchell S. Sexner Last Updated : July 14, 2021