In today’s Chicago tribune, there was an article noting that the number of DUI cases where children were in the car of the alleged drunk driver is on the rise. Although Illinois ranks lower than some states in the number of these incidents, I suspect that the legislature will address this concern in the near future with increased penalties. Read More »
Illinois Cops Caught in a Web of Lies Judge Says
What happens when Illinois drug cops get caught lying? usually nothing. But every once in a while ajudge stands up and does something about it. That’s what happened here. And so Tribune reporter Steve Shmadeke reports as follows: Cook County Circuit Judge Catherine Haberkorn suppressed the search and arrest, leading prosecutors to quickly dismiss the felony charges. All five officers were later stripped of their police powers and put on desk duty pending internal investigations. And the state’s attorney’s office ... Read More »
Illinois Police Traffic Ticket Quotas Outlawed? | DuPage DUI Lawyer | Wheaton IL
Illinois Police Traffic Ticket Quotas Outlawed? | DuPage DUI Lawyer | Wheaton IL. It is a well known secret amongst Illinois attorneys, police and others that there are quotas for police officers who work for the various police agencies in Illinois. Illinois drivers have suspected as much for years. But if you ask any police officer, they will likely deny its existence. It looks like some politicians are ready to end the quota system if a new bill is passed. ... Read More »