Areas of Practice

A driving under the influence (DUI) charge can follow you for your entire life. If you are facing DUI charges, it is necessary to take action in order to avoid a conviction. The penalties associated with a DUI conviction in Illinois are severe and may include jail time and hefty fines. Do not hesitate to contact my office for a free consultation as soon as possible. I have helped people in Bloomington and all-over Central Illinois mitigate the damages of a DUI charge.

Driving under the Influence

Speeding and petty traffic convictions on your driving record can result in higher insurance premiums and eventually the suspension of your driving license. Any violation, even a speeding ticket, can effect CDL privileges. An experienced traffic attorney can help mitigate these repercussions.

Speeding Tickets, Petty Traffic and CDL Violations

Criminal Defense

Criminal convictions can result in jail time, community service work, or extensive fines, Your FOID card can be revoked. Your driving privileges can be suspended or revoked. Your ability to maintain or obtain employment can be permanently altered. Often people want to save their money and attempt to handle such issues without counsel. Unfortunately, people usually find out this was a mistake after it is too late. Get an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you reduce the consequences, because one mistake shouldn’t change your entire life.

Post-Conviction and Appeals

Post-conviction relief is a process that allows people convicted of crimes to challenge their convictions or sentences. This type of relief is often available when there is ineffective assistance of counsel during or after the trial process. This remedy may also be available for minors who were sentenced as adults and received a life sentence in prison.

Drug Cases

Drug cases are complicated and require an experienced attorney. If you have a drug possession case, there are often options that can help you avoid a felony conviction. In the case of drug delivery cases, Illinois law allows for long prison sentences. In Central Illinois, it is my experience that prosecutors seek the longest prison sentence the courts (and your attorney) will allow. These cases require an experienced criminal defense attorney to speak for you.

Gun Cases

Gun charges in Illinois often require a mandatory prison sentence. If you are arrested and charged with a FOID card violation or unlawful use of a weapon, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney who understands the fourth amendment search issues and the sentencing regulations involved with this specific type of case.