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Mike ditka’s son, awaiting dui trial, jailed following drug test

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inDrug Charges, Drunk Driving / DUITags: ,

Anyone who has been accused of drunk driving or a similar infraction should be aware of one’s full rights in a court of law. There are many defense strategies that can lead to reduced charges or the dismissal of charges. The son of former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka was briefly jailed Nov. 20 after a judge determined he failed to follow a prohibition on drugs or alcohol while awaiting trial on a drunk driving charge. A judge ordered Ditka’s son, …

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Judge hands down harsh sentence to alleged pimp

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inSex CrimesTags: , ,

As a suburban Chicago man recently found out, being convicted of a sex crime is a serious matter that can lead to serving serious prison time. An increased awareness of human trafficking activities has led to more aggressive prosecution of sex crimes, especially in those instances where women are allegedly forced into prostitution. A federal judge sentenced the 47-year-old man to life in prison earlier this month for a host of crimes, including selling nearly two-dozen women into prostitution over the …

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Cannabis among frozen strawberries led to dolton man’s arrest

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Being accused of drug crimes can carry serious consequences. Those who are charged with crimes such as drug trafficking, drug possession or intent to distribute may face stiff fines or possible jail sentences. Anyone faced with drug charges should know how to fight the charges. Police conducting a narcotics trafficking investigation in southeast Chicago began surveillance on a man’s rental truck when they learned that the non-refrigerated vehicle had frozen strawberries as its cargo. Authorities approached the man, who cooperated with authorities. …

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Chicago man faces sexual assault charges

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Sexual assault charges can result in lengthy prison sentences, and a conviction can mean facing the stigma of registering as a sex offender. It is important for anyone facing sexual assault charges to understand all legal options available to them in order to mount a strong criminal defense. One Chicago man is currently facing charges for allegedly assaulting a 19-year-old woman at her place of work. The 27-year-old man has been charged with four felony counts, one of which is aggravated criminal sexual …

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Man sentenced to 45 years for dui conviction

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Drivers who have been convicted of multiple DUIs can face severe punishments. One Chicago man recently received a sentence of 45 years after he was convicted of his eighth DUI. Because punishments for driving under the influence range from license suspension to prison time, those accused of DUI should have a full understanding of their legal rights to get the best outcomes possible. The 48-year-old Chicago man was convicted of aggravated DUI in an October bench trial and was sentenced last week. …

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Illinois man indicted on multiple drug charges

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As drug charges can carry serious consequences, a vigorous defense is often the best way to resolve a drug case. It is critical for anyone facing drug charges to fully understand all available legal options to avoid a conviction. One Illinois man knows this all too well, as he faces several drug charges stemming from a recent traffic stop. The 29-year-old man, from Marquette Heights, Illinois, was arrested after police allegedly found drug paraphernalia and money on him during a traffic stop. …

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Galesburg man convicted of attempted criminal sexual assault

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A conviction for criminal sexual assault can have many consequences, including potentially long jail sentences and a lifetime of having to register as a sex offender. That’s why it’s important that anyone facing a criminal sexual assault charge understands all the charges and legal options available to make sure their full legal rights are protected. A Galesburg, Illinois, man was recently found guilty of one count of aggravated battery and two counts of attempted aggravated criminal sexual assault after he was accused …

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Weight loss physician enters guilty plea to drug and tax charges

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People charged with drug crimes and tax evasion face serious consequences, including the threat of imprisonment and large fines. Physicians are not excluded from charges relating to the distribution of prescription drugs and may face additional consequences, such as losing their rights to practice medicine. Calculated plea bargains may be used as part of the defense, as demonstrated by weight loss clinic physicians this month. Three people associated with a chain of weight loss clinics in the Chicago area were recently charged, …

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Former stepson of white sox executive charged with sexual assault

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inSex CrimesTags: ,

Criminal charges of any kind can have a negative impact on both the personal and professional lives of a defendant. An individual facing a sexual assault charge could face the prospect of a possible prison sentence, registration as a sex offender and social stigma associated with the crime. As readers in Chicago may have heard, the former stepson of one of the executives with the Chicago White Sox made an appearance in a Chicago bond court recently. He was held on $150,000 …

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Three suburban chicago police detectives face drug, theft charges

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inDrug ChargesTags: ,

Individuals arrested for drug crimes can face stiff sentences if convicted. Anyone facing drug charges should be fully aware of all legal rights available under local laws. This is especially true for those in positions of authority, such as police officers. Three Chicago-area police officers are facing serious drug charges after being arrested in mid-January. The detectives at the heart of the case have been charged with several counts, including official misconduct, criminal drug conspiracy, the manufacturing and delivering of illegal drugs, …

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