March, 2021 | The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC

What happens if an officer finds drugs after a traffic stop?

On Behalf of The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC | Mar 31, 2021 | Drug Charges

Illinois officers pull drivers over every day for a variety of reasons. In some cases, they end up finding drugs on the person or in the vehicle. If you've found yourself in this scenario, it's a good idea to understand what happens next. Know your rights Just because...

What is credit card fraud?

On Behalf of The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC | Mar 30, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Credit card scams are one of the most common types of fraud in Illinois. A credit card scam involves stealing someone's credit card information and using that to make fraudulent purchases. Many scammers get this information by posing as a bank, charity or another...

Domestic violence convictions and health care worker waivers

On Behalf of The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC | Mar 15, 2021 | Criminal Defense

If you have been convicted of domestic violence in Illinois, you may have trouble getting a job in the health care field. However, that doesn't mean that your career is over. In some situations, you may be able to obtain a health care worker waiver. What is a health...