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When it comes to federal criminal cases, federal courts can only convict you by convincing the judge or jury that you are guilty of a crime. However, courts cannot deem you guilty without proof. To accomplish this, federal prosecutors must prove your guilt beyond a...
Most crimes result in state prosecution. The location where the crime occurs determines which state prosecutes the person accused of breaking the law. Crimes ranging from theft offenses to violations of controlled substances laws usually result in state-level...
If you are facing charges in a federal case, you may be offered a plea bargain. This does not mean you should always accept the plea deal or that you are obligated to do so. But it is important to understand how these agreements work, why they are used and when they...
Facing an embezzlement accusation in Illinois can disrupt your life immediately. You may worry about your job, your reputation and the possibility of criminal charges. What you do next can influence both the investigation and your future. Understanding embezzlement...
When federal agents seize your cash, car or business assets during an investigation, you may feel like you already lost the case. In Illinois, federal forfeiture can move quickly and can affect your finances long before any criminal trial ends. What federal asset...
Getting a federal grand jury subpoena is serious. What you do right away can affect how much control you keep and how much risk you face later. Immediate steps to protect yourself Every decision after being served can affect your position. Start with these moves: Read...
Whether facing accusations of drunk driving, drug possession, or weapons violations, those who face allegations of criminal activity are wise to take the matter seriously. This is true even for a first offense. A clean record will not translate to special treatment....
A criminal conviction is life-changing. Even after you serve the time or complete your probation period, you will still face collateral consequences that can make your life harder than it already is. These restrictions make it impossible to go back to the life you...
A criminal record can follow you long after the case ends, quietly shaping how employers, landlords and schools judge your past instead of your potential. In Illinois, you have two paths to take that weight off your shoulders: expungement and sealing. Understanding...
When authorities accuse a person of having illegally sold marijuana, a question the person might have is: if I am charged, will I be facing misdemeanor or felony charges? The answer to this question will be different for different situations. For one, it can depend on the amount of marijuana a person is accused of selling. Under Illinois law, selling…