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Jessica J. Koester

Jessica J. Koester is the founding attorney of The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC in Edwardsville, Illinois. Since 2002, she has focused her practice on criminal defense, federal crimes, and juvenile law. Ms. Koester is admitted to the Illinois State Bar and earned her J.D. from Notre Dame Law School in 2002. Her work has been recognized by Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers, among other organizations, for her contributions to the field of criminal defense.

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Illinois teacher’s aide faces sex crime charge
Illinois teacher’s aide faces sex crime charge
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Last Modified on Apr 28, 2025

An accusation of sexual misconduct or assault can ruin lives, which means any such charge must…

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Attorney General aims to reduce drug crime sentences
Attorney General aims to reduce drug crime sentences
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Last Modified on Apr 29, 2025

In the history of America’s arguably ineffective war on drugs, laws and public policy have essentially…

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Illinois man takes plea bargain on sex crime charges
Illinois man takes plea bargain on sex crime charges
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Last Modified on Apr 28, 2025

An Illinois man reportedly placed online advertisements on Craigslist for sex. Women who showed up at…

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Illinois woman faces drug charge in Madison County
Illinois woman faces drug charge in Madison County
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Last Modified on Apr 29, 2025

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrested a woman on March 6, on suspicion of drug-related activity.…

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Double jeopardy clause prevents murder conviction
Double jeopardy clause prevents murder conviction
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

There are certain rights that the police, prosecutors and members of the criminal justice system must…

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Man faces drug charge following arrest in Illinois
Man faces drug charge following arrest in Illinois
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Last Modified on Apr 29, 2025

A man faces serious allegations following his arrest in connection with a drug investigation. The 21-year-old…

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Public figure uses DUI case for criminal justice message
Public figure uses DUI case for criminal justice message
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Last Modified on Apr 28, 2025

An out-of-state DUI case is of importance in Illinois because of a core message that its…

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Illinois man faces DUI charge
Illinois man faces DUI charge
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Last Modified on Apr 29, 2025

A man has been charged with a felony following his arrest on the evening of Feb.…

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Boy faces felony charge following alleged hate crime in Illinois
Boy faces felony charge following alleged hate crime in Illinois
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Being accused of what some view as a heinous crime can be a terrifying experience for…

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