Can the Smell of Cannabis Justify a Car Search in Illinois? Burnt vs. Raw Cannabis

Criminal Defense, DUI Defense

Yes, cannabis odor can still justify a vehicle search in some circumstances in Illinois — but the type of odor matters. The Illinois Supreme Court has treated the smell of burnt cannabis differently from the smell of raw cannabis when deciding whether police have...

Can You Carry a Gun in Your Car in Illinois? What Drivers Need to Know About Firearm Charges

Criminal Defense

A firearm in a vehicle can turn an ordinary Illinois traffic stop into a serious criminal investigation. Whether having a gun in a car is lawful depends on more than simply where the firearm is located. Illinois law distinguishes between carrying a concealed handgun...

Can You Still Drive After a DUI Arrest in Illinois?

DUI Defense

One of the first questions people have after a DUI arrest is whether they can still drive. In Illinois, the answer is often yes—at least temporarily—but it depends on what happened during the arrest and the status of your driving privileges. A DUI arrest can create...

Traffic Stop Rights in Illinois: What Rockford Drivers Need to Know

Criminal Defense, DUI Defense

Getting pulled over can be stressful, especially when flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror and you are unsure what an officer can require. For drivers in Rockford and throughout Winnebago County, understanding the basic rules of an Illinois traffic stop can...

Can a Domestic Battery Charge Be Dropped in Illinois?

News & Events

Can a Domestic Battery Charge Be Dropped in Illinois? A domestic battery arrest can create immediate stress and uncertainty, especially when the people involved know each other and emotions are still high. One of the first questions many people ask is whether the...