Hirth Law
Rockford Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer
Misdemeanor charges are less serious than felonies under Illinois law, but a conviction can still result in jail, fines, probation, a criminal record, and consequences for employment and other areas of life. Hirth Law represents clients facing misdemeanor charges in Rockford, Winnebago County, and throughout Northern Illinois.
CLASS A
Up to one year in the county jail and up to $2,500 in fines. Some examples of Class A misdemeanors are DUI, aggravated assault, battery, domestic battery, endangering the life or health of a child, theft under $500, retail theft under $300, criminal trespass to land, criminal trespass to residence, criminal property damage, driving on a suspended or revoked license, and reckless driving.
CLASS B
A Class B misdemeanor may carry a sentence of up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $1,500 unless another law provides otherwise.
CLASS C
Up to 30 days in jail and $1,500 in fines. Some examples of Class C misdemeanors are disorderly conduct.
Some misdemeanor crimes require certain minimum penalties.
Attorney Cassandra R. Hirth provides strategic criminal defense representation focused on protecting her clients’ rights and pursuing the best outcome available under the facts and law of each case.