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Being arrested for serious crimes in Illinois is a terrifying experience. But our clients know that our tenacious Illinois criminal defense attorneys are ready to fight for them. Our top-notch criminal defense lawyers have earned a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating. When you retain our attorneys, you get outstanding defense lawyers to contest the following charges:

Domestic violence in Illinois has increased 20% in recent years, so prosecutors spend vast resources to convict the accused. Rely on our outstanding domestic violence lawyers in Illinois for a vigorous defense.

Assault charges in Illinois are grave, and a conviction is possible merely for making threatening gestures or verbal threats. Hire elite assault lawyers in Illinois to mount a strong defense, such as a lack of intent or no reasonable apprehension.

Battery in Illinois means knowingly causing bodily harm to another. A skilled battery lawyer in Illinois can contest this Class A misdemeanor, which carries a potential penalty of up to one year in jail.

Involuntary manslaughter in Illinois means causing someone’s death accidentally through criminal negligence or recklessness. It is a Class 3 felony with up to five years in prison, so retain a proven involuntary manslaughter lawyer in Illinois to defend you.

Weapons charges in Illinois include the unlawful use of a weapon, which is usually a Class A misdemeanor punishable by one year in jail. Hire our illegal weapon charges lawyer in Illinois for a rigorous defense.

Burglary in Illinois is knowingly entering a building, vehicle, or structure without permission. You risk being sent to prison for three to seven years, so retain a tenacious burglary lawyers in Illinois for a determined defense.

The statute of limitations in Illinois for child pornography charges may be extended when the alleged victim was under 18. It’s critical to hire a top-rated Illinois child pornography attorney to avoid this severe Class 1 or Class 2 felony conviction

Sexual assault in Illinois usually involves sexual penetration or conduct, usually with force. A conviction is typically a Class 1 felony, carrying a potential prison sentence of up to 15 years. Avoid the nightmare by hiring our aggressive sexual assault lawyers in Illinois to defend you.

Illinois sexual abuse charges mean touching or fondling without penetration. It’s typically a Class A misdemeanor or Class 4 felony. Count on our highly regarded Illinois sexual abuse attorneys to construct a rigorous defense.

A rape charge in Illinois is typically a Class 1 felony with 4-15 years in prison. The rape charge statute of limitation in Illinois is usually three years, but it may be waived for victims under 18. Contact our skilled rape charge lawyer in Illinois to defend you.

Retail theft laws in Illinois allow up to a year in jail for merchandise worth $500 or less. Our retail theft lawyers may recommend a diversion program for a first-time offender to avoid jail.

Illinois drug possession laws make carrying small amounts of narcotics a Class A misdemeanor with up to a year in jail. A proven Illinois drug possession attorney will examine the evidence and craft a rigorous defense.

Possession with intent to distribute in Illinois is a Class B misdemeanor (2.5-10 grams), carrying a potential jail term of up to six months and a fine of up to $1,500. Our Illinois drug possession with intent to distribute attorney, will construct a vigorous defense immediately.

DUI in Illinois is punished harshly, and you face a one-year jail sentence and $2,500 fine for a first offense. Rely on an experienced DUI attorney in Illinois to create reasonable doubt by questioning the prosecution’s evidence.

Do you have a record to expunge in Illinois? You may qualify for expungement in Illinois for non-convictions, arrests without charges, and certain types of convictions. Contact our Illinois expungement attorney to review your case today.

A charge for prostitution in Illinois is engaging, agreeing, or offering to engage in sexual acts for money. It’s usually a Class A misdemeanor and up to a year in jail, so immediately retain an aggressive prostitution attorney in Illinois to defend you.

Illinois Criminal Defense Attorneys

The experienced criminal defense attorneys at Kostopoulos Criminal Defense Lawyers provide the highest caliber of representation in defending those accused of severe crimes. In every case, no matter the charge, our goal is to find a path to victory.

Our founding attorney was a prosecutor in the Illinois State Attorney’s Office, Our criminal defense lawyers include former government trial lawyers who have successfully litigated thousands of severe criminal cases, ranging from misdemeanors to homicide. Only the most skilled Illinois criminal defense lawyers in our firm will represent our clients in the following charges:

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What Our Clients Are Saying

“Got my felony completely dismissed!”

My family’s lawyer told me that you are top trial lawyers. You won my felony hearing and got my felony completely dismissed! Thank you

– Michael L

“I was facing multiple charges of Domestic Battery”

I was facing multiple charges of Domestic Battery , had 3 warrants issued for my arrest and had these stupid charges weighing on me for 6 years, not wanting to face the music. I finally got picked up and with 6 small children at home, there was NO WAY I could afford to have jailtime. Joe listened and asked crucial questions and from the start he told me he would get it dismissed. I was skeptical to say the least. I paid him in 2 payments (he is super flexible) and then waited after the holidays for final court date. Completely dismissed. He will not give you false hope. He is honest, real and the ONLY person I want in my corner. HE IS WORTH EVERY PENNY! Don’t have someone else give you the runaround as most attorneys do. Save yourself the BS and GO WITH JOE !!!

– Christina S. | March 2019

“I could not be more pleasedand thankful.”

Please read this before you look for another lawyer!! First off, I want to say I am writing this review not because someone asked but because I am so beyond grateful and impressed to have had this group defending me in the court of law. I have never had such exceptional customer service and treated as if I were a high-end long time client. They made me feel like my case was just as important to them as the next. Their articulate steps were given to me in the very beginning to go over what was to be expected and what their goal was. Their rather diligent and speedy efforts to resolve my case couldn’t have been dealt with any better as my case could have gone south real quick. I trusted this group to take full control, let them do their work and they delivered with an outcome I was not expecting. I could not be more pleased and thankful as well as appreciated their flexibility with my payments (that was more than affordable for the hard work they did) as I was in a tight bind at the time. Thank you Joe, Rosemary and everyone else in between who have helped along the way! Your efforts were not unrecognized and I wish your group the best in the future to come! Lets just hope I don’t have to go through this again. If so I’m calling you back!!

– Mareena G. | January 2020

“He was able to dismiss my case and expunge this legal problem off my record.”

I came into some trouble with the law and being my first ever having to hire a lawyer was difficult. When a good friend of mine told me about Joe at Kostopoulos Law Group I had a good feeling about him. Around the time I came into some trouble with the law I was in the process of enlisting for the United States Marines. This court case was stopping me from going any further with my plans of enlisting. I brought the case to Joe and let him know my situation. He was able to dismiss my case and expunge this legal problem off my record. Joe cleared it all up for me and I had little to no worries. I HIGHLY recommended Joe from Kostopoulos Law Group. He will put your mind to ease and take care of your legal trouble. Joe is a very down to earth guy, respectful man, and super friendly. Thank you Joe for taking care of my case I really appreciate it.

– Jonathan G. | November 2019

“Gus, Joe and Rosemary helped in getting my case dismissed.”

Words cannot describe how grateful I am to Joe and Gus. It is very hard to find a dedicated sincere attorney like Joe. Even if anyone calls their number in the middle of the night, Joe will be there to answer and hear your case for sure. Just like that, few months ago, I got into a very unfortunate circumstance. My wife was worried sick didn’t know what to do, called the Kostopoulos Law firm in the middle of the night, since then, Joe is been supporting me till the case got completely dismissed. Gus, Joe and Rosemary helped in getting my case dismissed. Words are enough to express my gratitude and appreciation for their sincere dedication and hard work. They went above and beyond to make sure I understood what was happening and what needed to be done to get the case completely dismissed and expunged. To say my experience with the Kostopoulos Law group was pleasant would be the biggest understatement. I am forever thankful to them both. If you happen to find yourself if legal troubles I highly recommend the Kostopoulos Law Group.Thank you Gus, Joe and Rosemary!!

– Imran Q. | May 2019

Domestic Violence

Charges for domestic violence in Illinois are viewed negatively by our society. At minimum, you face a year in jail and a $2,500 fine for a Class A misdemeanor, potentially escalating to a Class 2 felony and 3-7 years for a case involving significant bodily harm. A conviction may trigger additional penalties, such as an order of protection, firearm restrictions, and effects on child custody or visitation.

Our expert domestic violence lawyer in Illinois will aim to question the prosecutor’s evidence, circumstances, or intent. Previously successful defenses for domestic violence charges are lack of intent, self-defense, false allegations, mutual combat, and insufficient evidence. Our defense attorney may argue for a diversion program for a first-time offender to avoid a conviction, which could eventually result in the charge being expunged.

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Child Pornography

The statute of limitation in Illinois for child pornography may be unlimited if the alleged victim was under 18, and prosecution is allowed within 20 years after the alleged victim turns 18. Therefore, it’s critical to hire a proven Illinois child pornography attorney to defend you. Our Illinois child pornography lawyer is adept at building a convincing defense based on lack of knowledge, unlawful search and seizure, mistake of age, entrapment, or no intent to distribute.

Your Illinois child pornography criminal defense attorney may recommend expunging your record if there was a non-conviction, which may be eligible immediately or after two years, if the state objects. Social media reveals intense public condemnation of those charged with child pornography, so you must retain a tenacious criminal defense attorney who never backs down.

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Retail Theft

Illinois theft laws are strict, and you can be jailed for up to a year for a Class A misdemeanor, typically the outcome for retail theft, Illinois’ first offense, with merchandise worth less than $500. The stakes rise dramatically for merchandise valued over $500, which is charged as a Class 4 felony, carrying a sentence of one to three years in prison. Our experienced retail theft attorney will examine how to challenge the prosecutor’s evidence, intent, or circumstances to obtain a dismissal, acquittal, or a reduced charge.

Lack of intent defense argues that you didn’t knowingly intend to deprive the merchant permanently of the merchandise, which is required for conviction. Insufficient evidence is a potent defense when the prosecutor has a shaky case for proving theft, your identity, or the merchandise’s value. Your retail theft attorney may dispute the value of the merchandise, arguing that it does not meet the felony threshold of $500.

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Speak To A Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

We know that there are many criminal defense lawyers in Dupage County and Cook County, IL to choose from.
By calling us, you will have a former prosecutor in your corner.

Don’t settle for less when your liberty, family, and life are on the line. Call Dupage County and Cook County criminal defense attorney Gus Kostopoulos today to discuss your case. 

We offer a free consultation and are available 24/7.

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Drugs

Drug possession and drug trafficking in Illinois are a menace, and local prosecutors pursue drug charge defendants aggressively. Possession of merely 2.5-10 grams of cannabis with intent to deliver may cause up to six months in jail and a $1,500 fine. In addition, your driver’s license may be suspended for six months to two years, and you face significant housing and employment barriers, and deportation is a possibility for non-citizens. The police may also seize your assets during your arrest, such as your vehicle and any property inside.

Fortunately, our aggressive Illinois drug crime attorneys have litigated thousands of drug trafficking and possession cases. We will consider challenging the prosecutor’s intent, evidence, or procedural errors to get an acquittal or dismissal.

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Sex Crimes

Sex crimes in Illinois involve non-consensual sexual conduct, minors, and exploitation. Illinois sex crimes include criminal sexual assault or rape as a Class 1 felony, resulting in four to 15 years in prison. Aggravated criminal sexual assault is a Class X felony, and six to 30 years in jail is possible because a weapon or serious bodily harm was a factor. Additional consequences of conviction are sex offender registration, employment and housing problems, firearm bans, social stigma, and child custody issues.

An Illinois sex crime defense attorney faces a complex case because of tough prosecution and societal stigma. Still, our skilled Illinois sex crime lawyer will challenge intent, evidence, or circumstances to get the best possible case outcome.

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Victories for Clients

Cook County Court

Our client’s wife accused our client, a successful businessman, of grabbing her by the throat, pushing her to the ground while holding her throat. At the trial, the prosecutors fought hard to convict our client. Our firm aggressively questioned the wife, police officers, and other witness.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

FELONY DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with FELONY DRUNK DRIVING. This was his fourth Drunk Driving case and he faced a MINIMUM OF THREE YEARS IN PRISON. The client had been arrested and used an innocent person’s identity. He failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and found inconsistencies in her testimony. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DRUNK DRIVING and received NO PRISON.

NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DRUNK DRIVING AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE: DROVE THROUGH A FENCE: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE within 2 years. He faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent Drunk Driving conviction on his record, which would have revoked his driver’s license. Our client was driving drunk, lost control of his car, and drove through a chain link fence. The client had failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and got the officer to admit that it was rainy and wet and that our client may have injured himself going through the fence (affecting the Field Sobriety Tests). We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

BLEW .023: DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES DISMISSED The police officer saw our client’s car swerving and strike the curb, with both front and rear tires, four times. The officer immediately pulled the car over. The officer smelled the odor of alcohol on the client’s breath. The client failed all the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .023 on the breathalyzer (over twice the legal limit). We set this matter for trial. On the day of trial, the client received a small fine, and community service, for a count of speeding. Kostopoulos Law Group got the DRUNK DRIVING CHARGE COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

DRUNK DRIVING COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

SECOND DRUNK DRIVING: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client, a Civil Engineer, was charged with SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE within 2 years. She faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent Drunk Driving conviction on her record, which would have revoked her driver’s license. Furthermore, a Drunk Driving conviction would have endangered her engineering license. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVNG After our client had been out with some friends, a state trooper pulled him over for speeding. The trooper smelled alcohol on our client’s breath, who admitted to drinking alcohol. The client failed the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .092 on the PBT. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). We recommended a jury trial. At the jury trial, our team aggressively cross-examined the trooper. We were able to demonstrate to the jury that Field Sobriety Tests were not indicative of intoxication. Our legal maneuvers prevented the PBT blow results from coming into evidence. Our law firm earned a promptly returned jury verdict of NOT GUILTY for our client

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY!

Cook County Court

DRUNK DRIVING CHARGE AND LICENSE SUSPENSION DISMISSED The police saw our client repeatedly weaving in and out of his lane. The officer pulled him over and noticed that he had bloody, glassy, and dilated eyes. Our client had the strong odor of alcohol on his breath and admitted that he had been drinking and having a prior Drunk Driving case. Our client failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests that the officer gave him. He blew a .142 on the Portable Breath Test and blew a .137 on the Intoxometer EC/IR breathalyzer at the police station. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). After retaining our law firm, the client’s Drunk Driving charge and driver’s license suspension were completely dismissed.

DRUNK DRIVING AND LICENSE SUSPENSION COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DUI CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with FELONY DUI. This was his fourth DUI and he faced a MINIMUM OF THREE YEARS IN PRISON. The client had been arrested and used an innocent person’s identity. He failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and found inconsistencies in her testimony. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DUI and received NO PRISON.

NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DUI AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

SECOND DUI: DROVE THROUGH A FENCE: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with SECOND DUI within 2 years. He faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent DUI conviction on his record, which would have revoked his driver’s license. Our client was driving drunk, lost control of his car, and drove through a chain link fence. The client had failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and got the officer to admit that it was rainy and wet and that our client may have injured himself going through the fence (affecting the Field Sobriety Tests). We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DUI and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DUI! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

BLEW .023: DUI CHARGES DISMISSED The police officer saw our client’s car swerving and strike the curb, with both front and rear tires, four times. The officer immediately pulled the car over. The officer smelled the odor of alcohol on the client’s breath. The client failed all the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .023 on the breathalyzer (over twice the legal limit). We set this matter for trial. On the day of trial, the client received a small fine, and community service, for a count of speeding. Kostopoulos Law Group got the DUI COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

DUI COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

SECOND DUI: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client, a Civil Engineer, was charged with SECOND DUI within 2 years. She faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent DUI conviction on her record, which would have revoked her driver’s license. Furthermore, a DUI conviction would have endangered her engineering license. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DUI and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DUI! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY OF DUI After our client had been out with some friends, a state trooper pulled him over for speeding. The trooper smelled alcohol on our client’s breath, who admitted to drinking alcohol. The client failed the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .092 on the PBT. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). We recommended a jury trial. At the jury trial, our team aggressively cross-examined the trooper. We were able to demonstrate to the jury that Field Sobriety Tests were not indicative of intoxication. Our legal maneuvers prevented the PBT blow results from coming into evidence. Our law firm earned a promptly returned jury verdict of NOT GUILTY for our client

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY!

Cook County Court

DUI AND LICENSE SUSPENSION DISMISSED The police saw our client repeatedly weaving in and out of his lane. The officer pulled him over and noticed that he had bloody, glassy, and dilated eyes. Our client had the strong odor of alcohol on his breath and admitted that he had been drinking and having a prior DUI. Our client failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests that the officer gave him. He blew a .142 on the Portable Breath Test and blew a .137 on the Intoxometer EC/IR breathalyzer at the police station. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). After retaining our law firm, the client’s DUI and driver’s license suspension were completely dismissed.

DUI AND LICENSE SUSPENSION COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING CASE DISMISSED A client switched price tags on clothes and then bought the clothes with the cheaper price tag. The store’s video camera caught her shoplifting via switching price tags. The store security officer detained the woman and called the police. The police interrogated her and she made a full confession. Our client was very afraid of being convicted of Shoplifting/Retail Theft. In light of the video and her own confession, she was worried that there would be no way to win the case. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A 24 year old architect was charged with Felony Retail Theft (Shoplifting at Woodfield Mall). She was an immigrant and was terrified of being deported as well as of prison and a criminal record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

EMPLOYEE THEFT DISMISSED A client allegedly stole money from the corporation that she worked for. She managed two locations that she allegedly embezzled from. She was arrested on a Theft charge. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got .

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

EXECUTIVE’S FELONY THEFT DISMISSED A 49 year old MBA pharmaceutical executive was charged with a Felony Theft. He had no criminal history and was supporting his children in college. He was terrified of prison and a felony record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

EMPLOYEE THEFT DISMISSED A 42 year old college educated corporate employee was accused of stealing many thousands of dollars of his company’s products and selling them on eBay. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED The police pulled over our client and found drugs in his car. They arrested him for a felony drug case. The Client faced a felony criminal conviction and more than a year in prison. At a preliminary hearing, our firm convinced the judge that State did not have probable cause for a valid prosecution. Our firm WON THE HEARING and had

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

MAJOR FELONY DRUG CHARGES DISMISSED A client was charged with a serious drug felony in which the client could have been sentenced to up to Fifteen years in prison. The client was married with a young child and was worried about going away to prison. Besides jail, a felony drug conviction would hurt the client’s ability to get a job in the future. Our firm studied the police reports, and reviewed the law carefully, and found a basis to file a Motion to Suppress Evidence. On the day of the Motion to Suppress Hearing, the prosecutor COMPLETELY DISMISSED the Class 1 drug charge. We reached a negotiation on a lesser charge for drug treatment probation and NO JAIL and NO FELONY CONVICTION.

CLASS 1 DRUG CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED The police accused our client of felony drug possession. The client faced a felony criminal conviction and up to three years in prison. Our firm aggressively defended the case and set it for a hearing. On the day of hearing, we had ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER: DISMISSED An informant purchased drugs from our client. The Drug Task Force then executed a search warrant on our client’s residence and found cash and drugs. Our client admitted to being a drug dealer. He had a prior drug case on his record. Our client faced up to 5 years in prison and a mandatory felony conviction. He had a good corporate job and was afraid for his future. Our firm successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to simple possession with a special probation with NO JAIL and NO CONVICTION

POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED Our client had visited Illinois to attend a concert at Soldiers Field, where he was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance. The client had a prior Drug Trafficking felony and was afraid of prison on this case. Our firm aggressively defended the case and set it for a hearing. On the day of hearing, we had ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY UNLAWFUL DELIVERY: DISMISSED While under surveillance, our client sold drugs to a police informant. The client later sold to an undercover cop. He was a corporate professional who was afraid of years in prison as well as the mandatory felony conviction that this charge requires. Our firm successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to simple possession with a special probation with NO JAIL and NO CONVICTION.

FELONY UNLAWFUL DELIVERY: CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT CASE DISMISSED A client switched price tags on clothes and then bought the clothes with the cheaper price tag. The store’s video camera caught her shoplifting via switching price tags. The store security officer detained the woman and called the police. The police interrogated her and she made a full confession. Our client was very afraid of being convicted of Shoplifting/Retail Theft. In light of the video and her own confession, she was worried that there would be no way to win the case. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT DISMISSED A 24 year old architect was charged with Felony Retail Theft (Shoplifting at Woodfield Mall). She was an immigrant and was terrified of being deported as well as of prison and a criminal record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client’s uncle filed an Order of Protection alleging that he had gone to the uncle’s house, kicked down a door and chased the uncle. We won the case at trial.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

Our client’s girlfriend accused him of grabbing her, pushing her to the ground, and choking her. The girlfriend’s injuries were photographed by the police. The girlfriend’s father, who is a lawyer, as well as her brother were witnesses to the incident.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

The police and prosecutor accused our client of battering an ex wife. The police took pictures of the accuser’s injuries. The accuser testified that our client beat her.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

Our client went to his sister’s house to visit. They got into an argument and she claimed that he grabbed her and put her in a headlock. She tried to call their mother and he grabbed the phone from her hand and threw it on the ground, breaking it.

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client, an industrial engineer, got into an argument with his wife over a credit card bill. She told the police that he shoved her, injured her finger and threw a potted plant at her. After an independent witness corroborated the wife’s story and the police saw signs of fresh injury to the wife’s finger, they arrested our client. Our client was afraid that a criminal conviction would devastate his career

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client’s girlfriend accused him of Domestic Battery. She accused him of grabbing her, pushing her to the ground, and choking her. The girlfriend’s injuries were photographed by the police. The girlfriend’s father, who is a lawyer, as well as her brother were witnesses to the incident. At the trial, the prosecutors fought hard to convict our client and even brought up allegations of another domestic battery, involving another woman. Our firm aggressively questioned the girlfriend, police officers, and other witness. We were able to convince the judge that the girlfriend’s testimony was not credible.

CLIENT FOUND NOT GUILTY

Cook County Court

Our client, a 45 year old family man, was charged with Domestic Battery for allegedly punching and choking his cousin. Our client had previously hired another lawyer, but the other lawyer could not get the case dismissed. Three witnesses testified that they saw our client hit the accuser. Our client had completed a written statement admitting contact. We vigorously cross examined these three witnesses, as well as the police officer, at trial. We were successfully able to prove a self-defense claim at trial.

CLIENT FOUND NOT GUILTY

Cook County Court

Our client’s uncle filed an Order of Protection alleging that he had gone to the uncle’s house, kicked down a door and chased the uncle. We won the case at trial.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

The police and prosecutor accused our client of battering an ex wife. The police took pictures of the accuser’s injuries. The accuser testified that our client beat her.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

Client was charged with Domestic Battery of a Child, the police report included photos depicting bruising.

CASE DISMISSED & EXPUNGED!

Cook County Court

Client was charged with DUI, officer’s report indicated that client was driving erratically and that client failed all field sobriety tests. On the day of trial, the state agreed to dismiss all charges, except for a speeding ticket.

CASE DISMISSED.

Cook County Court

Client was charged with her third DUI, at a motion to suppress hearing, Gus was able to convince the court that the police violated the client’s Fourth Amendment right to no unlawful seizure.

MOTION TO SUPPRESS GRANTED, CHARGES DISMISSED.

Cook County Court

Client was charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery with a weapon, a felony and misdemeanor Domestic Battery. The allegation was that client stabbed her boyfriend with a knife. Alleged was taken to the hospital and listed in critical condition.

All charges DISMISSED.

DUI

DUI in Illinois is typically a misdemeanor for the first and second offenses, and felony charges may be possible under aggravated circumstances, such as having a minor in the vehicle. A first-time conviction may cause a year in jail, and your license will be suspended for six months. An ignition interlock device may be required at your expense. You also face employment and immigration issues, as well as higher insurance rates.

A skilled DUI attorney in Illinois will examine the evidence, procedures, and impairment to find weaknesses and argue for dismissal, acquittal, or reduced charges. A standard line of defense is to attack faulty testing procedures in the field for breath, blood, or urine. Many breathalyzers are not regularly calibrated, which can cause inaccuracies. DUI lawyers in Illinois are here to defend you now.

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Expungement

Expungement in Illinois is a popular topic because an arrest, charge, or conviction on your record can cause long-term problems and difficulties in your life. You may expunge a record in Illinois, but the eligibility requirements depend on the type of charge, the outcome, and the time since the case was closed. For example, an arrest without charges, such as for shoplifting, can be expunged immediately after the case is resolved, if the prosecutor does not object.

A DUI conviction cannot be expunged, but may be sealed if you were granted supervision. A domestic violence conviction is not expungeable or sealable. Cannabis convictions are expungeable immediately for minor possession. Prostitution may be expunged after five years, and retail theft after three to five years. Speak to our expungement attorney in Illinois for detailed information about your case.

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Solicitation of a Prostitute

Soliciting prostitution in Illinois is usually a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year in jail. Still, it may be a Class 4 felony if it occurs within one year of a previous conviction. Solicitation of a minor is a Class 4 felony with one to three years in prison. You also face barriers to jobs and housing, social stigma, and immigration problems for non-US citizens. Your vehicle could be impounded, and sex offender registration is required for soliciting minors.

A soliciting a prostitute defense lawyer may choose from several powerful defenses, such as lack of intent, entrapment, mistake of age, unlawful police conduct, or no sexual act intended

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Battery

Battery in Illinois means causing bodily harm, such as bruising or cuts, or insulting and provoking contact, such as punching someone in a street fight. Battery is usually a Class A misdemeanor, but aggravated battery is a Class 3 felony that may lead to two to five years in prison.

Aggravated battery involves causing severe bodily harm, permanent disability, or disfigurement. Other consequences may include housing and job problems, restitution, probation, and counseling. Lawyers for battery charges in Illinois may argue self-defense, defense of others, defense of property, or lack of intent.

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