Theft can be loosely defined as taking property that does not belong to you without permission. How serious are crimes of theft in Illinois? What kind of criminal charges can you face if you’re arrested for theft in Chicago? The answer will depend on (a) what type of theft you’ve committed and (b) the value […]
Category: Theft
Understanding Retail Theft Illinois – 720 ILCS 16-25
Shoplifting can be a very serious crime in Chicago. While a minor offense will generally be charged as a misdemeanor, a more serious act of retail theft can and will be classified as a felony. If you are convicted of a felony in Chicago your life will change dramatically. In addition to facing harsh criminal […]
Residential Burglary in Chicago
The holiday season is a popular time of year for criminals. The number of residential burglaries committed across the country tends to rise as families join together and leave their homes unattended. Police in Lansing recently arrested a pair of individuals that they believe are responsible for a string of burglaries in the area over […]
Robbery and Theft in Chicago
A Chicago woman was recently sentenced to 4-and-a-half years in prison for her role in a robbery earlier this year. According to reports, the woman expressed interest in purchasing an iPad from a couple who had advertised it on social media. She gave the couple a false name and agreed to meet them to purchase […]