With some exceptions, citizens of the United States have the right to keep and bear arms (when they follow the necessary procedures). In the State of Illinois, this means obtaining a Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card and a concealed carry permit (if the gun owner in question chooses to carry outside of his or her own property). An important component of responsible gun ownership is understanding the rules and restrictions that apply – and carefully adhering to them. Charges of...

More and more, we turn to social media to share our joys – and our sorrows. Divorce generally isn’t an exception to this rule. While social media can be a balm for difficult times, there are considerations to keep in mind when you’re going through a divorce. Before posting everything that pops into your mind during the course of your divorce, think carefully about what the implications might be. Divorce is a complicated legal concern, and because your divorce terms...

Divorce is plenty difficult enough without the added complication of not being able to locate your spouse. If you can’t even find your spouse in order to serve him or her, it leaves you in the lurch. The fact is, however, that you can file for divorce even if your spouse is nowhere to be found, and an Illinois divorce attorney can help you do just that.  Giving Legal Notice In every divorce case, the spouse who files for divorce...

Illinois has among the strictest gun control laws in the entire country. The state restricts possession of firearms in a number of places and contexts. Illinois has background checks, waiting periods, and restrictions on who can own a gun. Lawmakers continue to tighten gun laws. Below is some information about weapons offenses in Illinois. To discuss your specific charges, contact an Illinois weapons crime defense lawyer.   Types of Gun Charges in Illinois Defendants can face weapons charges for a number...