In the intricate web of legal proceedings, one tool often employed by judges to maintain order and ensure a fair trial is the issuance of gag orders- as is the case with the ongoing criminal trial of former President Donald Trump. “Gag orders” restrict individuals involved in a case from discussing certain aspects of the … Read More
Scott’s Law, also known as the Move Over Law, is a critical piece of legislation in Illinois designed to ensure the safety of emergency responders and motorists alike. Enacted to protect those who work tirelessly to keep our roads safe, Scott’s Law requires drivers to take specific actions when encountering emergency vehicles on the roadside. … Read More
Nothing confuses more people in Illinois than the difference between “assault” and “battery” Why do people in Illinois often mix up the law of battery with the law of assault? It’s simple (the law, actually… not the confusion). Battery and assault are not interchangeable terms; they’re more like distant cousins with distinct roles to play. … Read More
You’re being sentenced. You gave it your best shot at trial, but you’re cooked. There are only two things left as your only hope from being caged like an animal: your lawyer’s argument and your statement in allocution. Allocution is essentially your golden ticket to address the court before the judge hands down your sentence. … Read More
Today I want to talk to you about Ketchup. And Cocaine. This miscellaneous rambling is spurred on by this terrible tweet from the US Attorney’s office: *BREAKING NEWS* 16.5 tons of cocaine has an approximate street value of over $1 billion. @ICEgov @CBPMidAtlantic @PhillyPolice @USCG https://t.co/GoY2bz4LlE— U.S. Attorney EDPA (@USAO_EDPA) June 18, 2019 The U.S. … Read More
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