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Police looking to add portable drug testing for drivers

Illinois residents should be aware that some authorities in the state intend to test out new methods to determine if drivers have taken drugs. For example, officers in Carol Stream will begin using mouth swabs to test for a variety of drugs, including cocaine, amphetamines, methamphetamine and marijuana. If the process works, officers will have portable drug testing tools to help take impaired drivers off the road. The test uses a cheek swab to give...

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Drug Charges

Man sentenced to 106 months in jail for drug trafficking

A Chicago man was sentenced to 106 months in prison on Dec. 6 after he was convicted on drug-related charges. The 56-year-old man was taken into custody in December 2016 following an investigation into an alleged drug trafficking operation. On Sept. 23, 2016, authorities intercepted text messages that allegedly showed the man agreeing to buy $450 worth of drugs. On that day, authorities saw the man go to a person’s residence, located in the 4900...

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Criminal Defense

Do you have legal grounds to file an appeal?

Facing criminal charges can cause you to feel confused, anxious and many other emotions. Though you may work to create a criminal defense against the allegations leveled against you, you may still find yourself facing a conviction. This situation can feel even more nerve-wracking as the sentencing you may have to deal with could have considerable impacts on your life. Even though you may think that you have no other options once a conviction has...

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