by Feldman Criminal Defense | May 11, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
According to the University of Chicago Crime Lab, as many as 80% of Chicago homicides involve firearms. Even more shocking is the statistic that 75% of all homicide victims were outdoors, suggesting that the majority of shooters were carrying a gun in public. The...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Apr 6, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
Every day, ~100 Americans are killed with a gun and hundreds more experience gun-related injuries. Though nearly two-thirds of gun deaths are suicides, the rest are homicides. The homicide rate in the United States is 25 times higher than that of other high-income...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Feb 18, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
More commonly referred to as marijuana, weed, or pot, cannabis is a flowering plant that can induce a mind-altering state. This effect is triggered by a psychoactive compound within cannabis known as tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. The possession or use of cannabis in...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Feb 12, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
There are three different robbery charges in Chicago that you can be convicted of. There’s a plain robbery, aggravated robbery, and an armed robbery. If you or someone you know is currently facing robbery charges, it’s imperative that you know what you’re up against....
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Jan 9, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
Are you currently facing criminal charges? Even if it’s a misdemeanor, there’s no doubt that this is a stressful time for both you and your loved ones. Your future remains uncertain without knowing what the outcome of your case will be, especially the punishments you...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Jan 4, 2019 | Criminal Lawyer
You can be arrested if a police officer has any reason to believe that you are committing or have committed a crime. Being under arrest can include being placed in handcuffs, getting locked into the back of a police car, and getting booked at the police station....
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Dec 9, 2018 | Criminal Lawyer
When you think about the possibility of receiving a guilty verdict regarding your criminal case, you probably already know about the standard punishments people receive. You’ll be left to pay fines, possibly deal with probation, or maybe even serve time in jail. But...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Dec 6, 2018 | DUI
Driving under the influence can severely impair your driving, leading you to get pulled over for making traffic violations. But even worse, driving with alcohol in your system could cause you to injure yourself or someone else if an accident were to occur. No one...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Nov 13, 2018 | DUI
By now, you’ve probably heard of both a DUI and a DWI. But you may also be wondering, what is the difference between the two? Is one more serious than the other? Do the terms differ across states? And what else do you need to know about these offenses? To help you...
by Feldman Criminal Defense | Nov 13, 2018 | DUI
With the holidays right around the corner, many of us will be heading out to fancy parties and enjoying a good time with friends and family. And with those parties, you’ll typically find yourself having an alcoholic beverage or two. But one way you’re sure to ruin the...
