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Statistics show increase in felony charges across state of Illinois
2011-05-29 18:50:00
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority has been tracking felony and misdemeanor filings in state courts throughout Illinois over the years, and their findings may surprise you. The findings come as no surprise, however, to attorneys and judges handling these caseloads. The studies prove that, on average, prosecutors are seeking stiffer penalties more than ever. ...
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What is the legal definition of nolle prosequi?
2010-07-10 23:32:00
When a criminal case is dismissed in an Illinois court of law, the result can be somewhat disappointing for the defendant. The reason is, there is hardly ever a court document using the term “case dismissed.” The dismissal of criminal charges takes place by way of a motion from the prosecution called, “nolle prosequi.” A motion to ...
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New laws in Illinois increase penalties for speeding tickets.
2010-07-03 17:28:00
The laws against speeding in Illinois got tougher on July 2, 2010 when Governor Pat Quinn signed a new law aimed at persons driving 100 mph or faster. The law has two important parts: Speeding 30 mph over the Limit is a Class B Misdemeanor Speeding 30 mph in excess of the limit is no longer a petty ...
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What is the walk-and-turn test?
2010-06-06 16:25:00
The walk-and-turn test (WAT) is a field sobriety test that was approved by the National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration for use in detecting intoxicated motorists. The WAT has been standardized and is used by all police and sheriff’s departments in DUI arrests. Field sobriety testing usually takes place roadside during the traffic stop. However, the ...
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New 2010 expungement law in Illinois changes eligibility and waiting period
2010-06-05 22:31:00
State lawmakers changed the law for the expungement process in Illinois significantly in 2010. The new changes impact the eligibility of thousands of persons who have either a conviction or supervision in their background. Under the new law, the process is generally the same. The person seeking to expunge or seal a court record of his ...

Choking or strangling a person during domestic battery is now a felony in I
2010-05-22 18:23:00
Domestic battery is perhaps the most common criminal charge in the Illinois court system. The volume of domestic battery cases is so high that many county courthouses have a courtroom assigned specifically to handle theses cases. Accusations of domestic violence are frequently made in divorce and child custody disputes. Domestic battery is different from other offenses ...
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The penalty for driving without insurance in Illinois increased in 2010.
2010-05-22 18:02:00
Insurance laws in Illinois are tough. Every driver on the road must have a liability insurance with coverage of at least $20,000.00 per person for bodily injury as a result of an accident. Failure to carry insurance has serious consequences. Driving without insurance is a petty offense in Illinois. The statute citation is 625 ILCS 5/3-707. ...
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The Secretary of State can suspend a person?s driver?s license for certain
2010-05-13 14:15:00
The law in Illinois says that the Secretary of State has authority to suspend a person?s driver?s license upon a report of a conviction for certain offenses. The information is reported to the Secretary of State by the Circuit Clerk for each county courthouse. The clerk?s computer system is linked with the Secretary of State and ...
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Will I lose my FOID card because of an order of protection?
2010-05-06 21:37:00
A new law became effective in Illinois on January 1, 2010 concerning the right to possess firearms when subject to an order of protection. The new law provides that the Illinois State Police shall revoke the Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card of a person who is named as a respondent in an order of protection. An ...
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What is the law in Illinois on possession of a controlled substance with in
2010-05-01 17:01:00
Illinois courts regard possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver as a very serious offense. The issue in almost every case is whether the defendant is willing to risk going to trial or accept a probation offer. Possession of a controlled substance is a felony offense under state law. Most lawyers and judges ...
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What is the legal definition of great bodily harm?
2010-04-26 01:10:00
If a person causes great bodily harm to another while committing a criminal offense, the charge is usually a felony. What is the definition of great bodily harm? The Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 does not specify which injuries constitute great bodily harm. The question is for the jury to decide. When defendants ...
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