Defense attorneys play a crucial role in the legal system, advocating for the rights of individuals accused of crimes. One ethical challenge
Domestic Battery Havoc: 8 Expert Attorney Actions That Can Change Your Life Now
A defense attorney’s first crucial role is to provide their client with a comprehensive understanding of domestic battery charges. They possess in-depth
Technology and Crime: 5 Unforeseen Impacts on Evidence Collection You Must Know Now
Technology and crime have become increasingly intricate. From cybercrimes to data-driven investigations, technology plays a pivotal role in shaping
Federal Criminal Trials: 7 Unbelievable Truths You Need to Know
The federal criminal process is a complex and multifaceted legal procedure that governs the prosecution of offenses against the laws of the United
Parole Truths: 7 Eye-Opening Facts That Highlight Its Unique Challenges
Probation and parole are two terms commonly associated with the criminal justice system. Many people are unaware of the distinct differences between them
Criminal Charge Woes? Here are 6 Essential Reasons to Choose Kent Law Now!
Discover How Kent Law Can Defend Your Rights and Secure Your Freedom.
Are you facing a criminal charge and feeling overwhelmed by the legal complexities ahead?
The Importance of Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer: Safeguarding Justice, Protecting Rights, and Ensuring Fairness
One of the most critical decisions individuals must consider is whether hiring a criminal defense lawyer is a good idea.
Woman Accused of Identity Theft in DuPage County
Media outlets reported that police in Illinois pulled over a car on July 16th because it had false license plates.
How Social Media Can Affect Your Criminal Case
Social media and technology advancements in the past decade have changed how the world communicates. Technology allows us to use tablets, smartphones, and computers to communicate readily with loved ones and co-workers in an instant. Billions of people use Instagram,...
Four Reasons to Hire a DUI Lawyer
If you find yourself charged with a DUI offense, you’re hardly in a unique circumstance—in DuPage County alone, 2,850 drivers were arrested for a DUI in 2016, with another 1,147 in Kane County. The state’s population center of Cook County, of course, leads Illinois...
Shoplifting Defense: The Value of an Attorney
The Importance of Hiring a Shoplifting Defense Attorney Shoplifting is a common crime that can lead to serious legal consequences. If you have been charged with shoplifting, it is important to hire a shoplifting defense attorney. To help you understand the charges...
Probation 101: Everything You Need to Know
Probation serves as a vital alternative to incarceration within the realm of criminal law. As criminal defense lawyers at Kent Law LLC, we recognize the importance of understanding the intricacies of probation. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of...
DUI Lawyer: A Comprehensive Guide
enlisting the assistance of a skilled DUI lawyer can make a world of difference in your case’s outcome.
Sobriety Test: To Consent or Not to Consent?
If you are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving. The police will ask you to perform a series of field sobriety tests. Followed by a request to take a Breathalyzer test. It is important to note that you are not under arrest and you have not been charged with a...
DUI Defense: Scott Kent Your Trusted Attorney
If you're facing DUI charges in Illinois. You need an experienced and skilled DUI defense attorney who can help you navigate the legal system and fight for your rights. At Scott Kent Law, LLC, we have the experience and expertise. To provide you with the aggressive...
Why Kent Law?
Kent Law offers extensive experience and knowledge to fight for the best possible outcome in your case. When facing criminal charges, finding the right attorney
Breathalyzer Tests: How Reliable Are They?
Are Breathalyzer Tests Always Accurate? Are Breathalyzer Tests Always Accurate? When an officer suspects a driver is intoxicated. They need probable cause to believe they were driving under the influence (DUI) in order to make an arrest. A common way officers try to...
Juvenile Status for 19-21 Year-Olds
Pending Legislation Would Try 19, 20, and 21-Year-Olds as Juveniles Most people would consider someone 18 or older to be an adult and not a juvenile. That person is old enough to vote, old enough to join the military without parental permission. Old enough to go off...
Are Video Hearings for Juveniles a Good Idea?
Illinois is considering legislation that would require detention hearings for juveniles to take place within 48 hours of their temporary custody. However, this change in the law could have serious implications for the rights of the juveniles involved. This article...
What Can a DUI Lawyer Do for Me?
How a DUI Lawyer Can Help You Beat a DUI Charge Driving under the influence (DUI) charges can have severe consequences on your life, from loss of driving privileges to heavy fines and even jail time. Hiring a DUI lawyer may seem like an added expense, but it can be...
Eyewitness Identifications & Unreliability
Eyewitness testimony is a powerful tool in criminal cases, but it is also notoriously unreliable. While it may seem like a clear-cut way to identify a suspect, eyewitnesses are often under high levels of stress and may not have had a clear view of the crime. Research...
Felony Conviction & the Consequences
Understanding the Collateral Consequences of a Felony Conviction If you are convicted of a felony, it can have long-lasting consequences that go far beyond the immediate sentence handed down by the court. Regardless of whether you serve time in jail. Having a felony...
DUI Lawyer: Do You Need One?
Do I Need a DUI Lawyer? Many people who have been pulled over and charged with driving under the influence recoil at the cost of hiring a lawyer to defend them against the DUI charge. While hiring a DUI lawyer can be expensive, it can be more expensive to not hire a...
Police Body Cameras & Privacy Implications
Do Police Body Cameras Leave the Public With Any Privacy Rights? For several years now, sparked by the shooting by a police officer of an unarmed African American man in Ferguson, Missouri. The public has pushed for police officers to wear body cameras. That public...