There is a serious misunderstanding of the so-called Castle Doctrine. What it does not allow is the use of deadly force anytime someone breaks into your home, even if force is used. There are two things which must exist for the so-called Castle doctrine defense: The use of deadly force in defense of a dwelling … Continue reading THE CASTLE DOCTRINE
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Smart Defense Non-Lethal Teargas and / or Pepper Gun like Byrna
SMART DEFENSE There are some really good reasons to add a non-lethal teargas and / or pepper gun, like Byrna, to your arsenal of self defense. First, consider this, you pump several 9 mm rounds, and kill, a person you perceived as a threat to you or someone else in your home. The relatives and law enforcement believe … Continue reading Smart Defense Non-Lethal Teargas and / or Pepper Gun like Byrna →
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The difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor
What is the difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor? There is a lot of jargon that surrounds the legal system and all the charges that it hands out. It is easy to become confused about the different terms and, exactly, they mean. One great example of this are the terms “felony” and “misdemeanor”. Many … Continue reading The difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor →
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Am I required to perform DUI tests if police ask?
If the police have never pulled you over on suspicion of drunk driving before, you may not know how you should react or behave if this happens. Everyone who is driving is liable to make some mistakes on the road that a police officer may misinterpret as a sign of driving while impaired. You may never actively … Continue reading Am I required to perform DUI tests if police ask? →
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When is it legal to use force against someone in Illinois?
While many violent actions against others are crimes, Illinois law allows the use of force in cases where someone is protecting themselves, another person or even their property — specifically their home. These are known as self-defense laws. Self-defense laws vary by state. So-called “stand your ground” laws have gotten a lot of media attention … Continue reading When is it legal to use force against someone in Illinois? →
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What factors determine your blood alcohol content (BAC)?
If you were arrested for DUI, you likely registered a blood alcohol content (BAC) of at least .08 percent on a Breathalyzer test administered by the officer who pulled you over. It’s illegal throughout the country to drive with a BAC at that level. You may not know, however, just what “blood alcohol content” refers … Continue reading What factors determine your blood alcohol content (BAC)? →
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What you should know about ignition interlock devices in Illinois
If your driver’s license has been suspended because of a DUI, you may be able to continue driving as long as you have a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) in your vehicle. A BAIID works similarly to a Breathalyzer. You need to breathe into it before you can start your vehicle. If it detects … Continue reading What you should know about ignition interlock devices in Illinois →
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Why I don’t trust Illinois breath test instruments, and why you shouldn’t either. Part 1.
The Illinois State Police owns and services breath test instruments used by law enforcement for measuring breath alcohol content of motorists suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol. The instruments are supposed to test deep alveolar breath – breath coming from the alveolar regions of the lungs. The alveolar are very thin tissue where … Continue reading Why I don’t trust Illinois breath test instruments, and why you shouldn’t either. Part 1. →
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Understanding Illinois zero tolerance laws
According to the Illinois State Police (ISP), just 10 percent of licensed drivers are under 21. However, 17 percent of fatal alcohol-related crashes involve these underage drivers. In an effort to protect both young drivers and those who share the road with them, Illinois, like other states, has zero tolerance laws for underage drivers. As … Continue reading Understanding Illinois zero tolerance laws →
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6 examples of white collar crimes
Generally speaking, white collar crimes tend to revolve around money. They’re far less obvious crimes, at least to the general public, than things like common burglary or assault. They happen behind the scenes, they are often covered up with paperwork and they can involve hundreds of thousands of dollars. While they may be more “subtle” … Continue reading 6 examples of white collar crimes →
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