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A travesty has been occurring in the criminal justice system. Some non-violent drug convictions have been subjected to minimum sentences that put them behind bars for much longer than many people felt was fair. A bipartisan bill in the Senate could rectify the unfair mandatory minimum sentences for people who meet certain criteria. If it passes, the bill would allow…
The Illinois Controlled Substances Act provides a legal basis for law enforcement officers to charge people with criminal charges if they are found in possession of heroin, selling heroin, or trafficking heroin. The penalties for convictions on heroin charges are serious, even in the case of a possession charge. What are the penalties for some heroin possession convictions? Being in…
Many people don’t think that it should be a crime to smoke marijuana. While there are some places that are decriminalizing this drug, Illinois hasn’t yet followed suit. It is vital that everyone who is interested in marijuana understand how serious the consequences are for people who are charged with selling marijuana in Illinois. Criminal charges for selling marijuana can…
Drug busts are often big news in the Chicago area. When the bust is made because of drug trafficking or manufacturing, the person who was busted has to face some very harsh consequences. A recent story in the news about drug trafficking might shock some Chicagoland residents. A former Cook County sheriff’s deputy recently entered into a plea deal in…
When you are stopped by the police or the police show up at your door, you should understand your rights. It is vital that you ensure your rights are respected and protected when you deal with police officers. One of your rights is the right to have legal representation. That is one of the rights you should exercise right away.…
One of the primary questions people have when they are subjected to a search by police officers is whether the search is legal. The requirements for a legal search are set forth by the Fourth Amendment. While many people think that the only way police officers can perform a search is with a warrant, that isn’t the case. Warrantless searches…
As we discussed last week, the drug trafficking trade in Illinois is one that has a long history. The prevalence of drug trafficking through the Chicago area hasn’t stopped. For people who are accused of drug trafficking, the journey through the criminal justice system is just beginning. It is vital that anyone facing these charges gets to work on a…
Chicago is a city that has a rich history. Some of that history includes a period that was associated with drug cartels. These drug cartels sold alcohol during prohibition and began to focus on other drugs as time progressed. In addition to those sales, these cartels were also involved in intimidation, embezzlement, extortion and murder. Because they were so influential,…
In our last post, we discussed some of the penalties of federal drug trafficking charges. After reading that post, you probably see why having a defense strategy is so important. The fact of the matter is that there isn’t any such thing as a one-size-fits-all defense when it comes to federal drug trafficking charges. Instead, each case has to be…
Facing drug charges can lead to uneasy thoughts for many people. When the drug charges you are facing are federal charges, you might begin to feel worried or stressed. The truth of the matter is that federal drug crimes, such as federal trafficking, carry harsh penalties that can’t be ignored. For some drugs in specific amounts, including cocaine, cocaine base,…