Rape, like any type of sexually-motivated crime, is one of the most violating. Sometimes, a false accusation is made. This is how Illinois law defines rape and how a person accused can defend against the allegations. Understanding rape in Illinois Illinois law defines...
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Securities fraud and criminal charges
Investors rely on a company or firm’s honesty when making investment decisions. If a corporation or its representatives make false statements designed to sway investor decisions, the responsible parties could face more than a civil suit. Prosecutors may file...
An overview of aggravated intimidation in Illinois
Under Section 720 Illinois Compiled Statute 5/12-6, intimidation happens when one intends to cause another to perform or omit from performing an act by communicating directly or indirectly a threat without lawful authority. The threat may involve physical harm,...
Common mental health issues that recently released prisoners face
In Illinois, the recidivism rate is 43% within three years of release from prison. Seventeen percent of released prisoners commit the same crime again within one year of release. Recidivism is high because former prisoners have a hard time finding housing, employment...
What are the laws pertaining to cocaine in Illinois?
Cocaine offenses are considered serious in all states. If you face charges in Illinois, it’s important to know what to expect and know the laws pertaining to cocaine. What is cocaine? Cocaine is an illegal narcotic drug, which means a person can face harsh penalties...
How bankruptcy fraud works in Illinois
The average person filing for bankruptcy in Illinois has no intention of committing fraud. And if they are, they could be doing so unknowingly. But scammers and professional criminals commit bankruptcy fraud for huge payouts by manipulating the system or taking...
Do dentists commit health care fraud?
When people visit an Illinois dentist’s office, they typically expect an accurate assessment and quality care. Some patients receive bad news about a tooth’s condition, so getting a crown or scaling becomes necessary - or so the patient thinks. Surprisingly, an...
How long do felonies stay on your record?
Anyone convicted of a felony in Illinois can expect the charge to stay on their record for life unless there is a possibility of record expungement sometime in the future. Expungement is not offered as a general rule in Illinois. However, sealing is possible depending...
Accountant admits to defrauding his clients out of $65 million
A 46-year-old accountant faces decades in a federal prison after admitting to defrauding an Illinois philanthropist and several other wealthy individuals out of at least $65 million. The Hinsdale resident pleaded guilty to one felony count of wire fraud in the U.S....
Proposed legislation would help keep animals safe
Animals in Illinois and throughout America would be protected if the Preventing Animal Cruel and Torture, or PACT, Act passes. Anyone convicted of violating this proposed legislation would be subject to prison time, a fine or both. The legislation was brought forth by...