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Should I Talk to The Police Without A Lawyer?

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law

Prosecutors can be counted on to use suspects’ words against them. Even an innocent explanation may appear to link a suspect to a crime when the words are described by a police officer. People who have been accused of a crime should NEVER talk to the police without a lawyer present. To make sure that a prosecutor cannot claim that silence in response to law enforcement questioning is evidence of guilt, a person may say something like, “I do not …

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Why Is It So Important to Choose the Right Criminal Defense Attorney?

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law

Choosing the right criminal defense lawyer to represent you can prove overwhelming and stressful. Still, finding the most accomplished lawyer is the best decision you can make as your case progresses. We have compiled a guide on retaining the best criminal defense lawyer and the red flags that you should be aware of. When you come across the following behaviors, proceed with care! Lawyers that employ scare tactics It goes without saying that criminal charges have severe ramifications, including permanent …

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Common Cases for a Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law

Any person can make a mistake regardless of their social status, ethnicity, or background. If you are charged with a criminal offense, there can be severe ramifications involved. This is why getting an accomplished and proven criminal defense attorney can mean the difference between going free and going to jail. Besides, retaining a defense lawyer will ensure that you get a fair trial, and your interests are safeguarded. At the Law Office of Robert J. Kerr, we are wholly committed …

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Top Defenses Against Criminal Charges That You Should Know About

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense LawTags: , , , , ,

Whether you have been charged with the possession of a controlled substance or illicit drug, or with trafficking with the intention to sell or distribute drugs illegally, there are a number of legal defenses that can help you reduce the severity of sentencing, particularly if it is a first time offense. As a criminal defense lawyer in Chicago, our firm has seen decades of cases and designed strategic defense plans to serve our clients.  We’ll review some of the key …

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What You Can Expect from Your Criminal Defense Attorney

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense LawTags: , , , , ,

The experience of being pressed with criminal charges and the legal hassles that come along with it can be difficult to endure. You need someone who can defend you vigorously and protect your legal rights. No one do that better than a skilled criminal defense attorney. A criminal charge can impact several aspects of your life negatively – your job, your housing application, even your credit card application. It is not worth risking all of this. The decision of choosing …

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Factors to Consider before Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law, Federal Crimes

If there’s anything more frustrating than facing a criminal charge, it is hiring the wrong criminal defense attorney. Hiring the right lawyer plays a major role in helping you deal with your criminal case. It is, perhaps, one of the most important decisions you will ever make. You need to be level-headed and make a wise decision when it comes to choosing the right attorney. This can be a challenging task as there are a lot of criminal defense lawyers …

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What to Do If You Get Pulled over for DUI

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law, Drunk Driving / DUITags:

It is crucial that you know what your rights are when you’re accused of a crime. While the best way to prevent getting stuck with a DUI charge in Chicago is to not drive after drinking, there may come a time when you might be pulled over by a police officer over suspicion of drunken driving. Picture this – you’re driving home after spending an evening with friends over a few laughs, good food and maybe even a glass of …

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Things to Consider before You Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney

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If you’re embroiled in a criminal case or are facing serious criminal charges, you know you’re in big trouble. You’re going to need a skilled lawyer by your side as soon as possible. The decision to engage the services of the right criminal defense attorney in Chicago may be one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. There is, however, a difference between an attorney and a good attorney. While most of them claim to be …

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Common Reasons Youth and Teens get Involved in Drug Crimes

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law, Drug CrimesTags:

Drug use and misuse of narcotics is not a new social ill. Many countries all over the world face this evil and have spent years trying to limit the misuse of drugs. Drug addiction problems lead many to follow a path of drug crimes. Countries have set-up special narcotics teams to limit the misuse of drugs and arrest the users of drug addiction. However, the problem is deep rooted, it will take years until one can safely say that drug …

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Teenagers and Drunk Driving

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inCriminal Defense Law, Drunk Driving / DUITags:

Car and road accidents are a common result of loss of life in most cities. Car accidents happen all the time and there are several reasons behind it. Bad driving, under age driving, speeding, loss of control of the car are a few. Drinking and driving is also a common cause of car accidents. When you drink and drive, your ability to judge distance and speed is affected. Although people who are drunk may believe they have perfect control of …

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