Criminal Defense

One of the tools that police officers have at their disposal when they’re trying to determine if a driver is too impaired to operate a vehicle is a field sobriety test. While there are many different options available, there are only three that are part of the...

People in the United States have rights that are outlined in the United States Constitution. One of these rights protects them from unlawful searches and seizures. This is to protect people from being harassed by law enforcement officers. It’s best for everyone to...

Going out with friends for a night of fun can be a highlight of someone’s week. Yet, that joy can quickly turn to fear if a driver sees the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them as they head home. Law enforcement agencies have a duty to keep the roads safe,...

Criminal defendants in Illinois may feel like they have an uphill battle to prove their innocence. After all, prosecutors typically do not bring charges against someone unless they feel confident that they can win should the case go to trial. Typically, major criminal...

An encounter with law enforcement may end in someone's arrest. Other times, it could lead to the loss of their property. The average person who loses a valuable asset or a large amount of cash to the police in Illinois doesn't expect that to happen. Most people are...

Oftentimes in movies and court dramas, one side or the other may bring in an expert witness who will testify, and the audience is supposed to understand that this person is providing a trustworthy account. In real life, juries may also be swayed by the testimony of an...

Those facing criminal prosecution in the United States are entitled to certain protections. There are crucial rights specifically included in the amendments to the Constitution and additional rights established via court rulings or precedent. The right of discovery is...

Any police search is an invasion of someone's privacy, particularly if the officer makes physical contact with the individual in question. A frisk or pat-down search is arguably among the most invasive experiences someone might have when interacting with a police...

It is common for people to feel nervous about interactions with law enforcement officers and to question whether an officer has behaved appropriately. Those who are unfamiliar with their rights can easily make mistakes during an interaction with an officer that can...

As a general rule, a police officer is not allowed to come into your home uninvited. No one is. Your home is a private place, and you generally do not have to allow the authorities inside just because they are members of the police department. Of course, the police do...