On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Feb 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You have probably heard people in Oswego cite self-defense as a reason why they acted violently towards another. While such claims may often be met with skepticism, it should be recognized that there may indeed be situations where you feel threatened and the...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Nov 27, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Drivers in Illinois who have been on the roads for a while understand exactly how dangerous even a simple trip can be. Unfortunately, younger drivers are not as experienced and may not have the skills necessary to handle the scope of the dangers they run into. Take a...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Sep 25, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Few things are more stressful than being accused of a criminal action in Chicago. In the event that you are dealing with criminal charges, it is likely that you will have the option to accept a plea bargain at some point. A plea bargain is when the prosecution offers...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Jun 24, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Very rarely do authorities in Oswego happen upon a crime as it is being committed. Rather, it may be in the course of a routine traffic stop or investigating an alleged disturbance that they find evidence supporting extensive criminal activity. This often prompts the...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Dec 17, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
People in Illinois who find themselves facing a criminal conviction after being arrested may well be worried about how such a black mark on their record might impact their future. One area that a criminal record may impact is the ability to get a new job. However, it...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Dec 2, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Citizens of Illinois arrested for a crime may see the state confiscate their property, such as houses or cars, if the state believes that the owner of the property used it in the commission of a crime, even if the use was only tangential. However, the...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Nov 25, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
If you were involved in an Illinois incident that resulted in the death of another person, charges may be brought against you. Although the charge typically depends on the circumstances and evidence, in situations where the death was inadvertent, the charges may be...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Jul 4, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
If you have been arrested in Illinois and now face the prospect of enduring a trial to defend yourself against a criminal charge, you may understandably be scared and unsure of whether or not you want to experience this. These thoughts may make you want to investigate...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Jun 5, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Many Illinois residents know that there are conditions or factors that may impact a person’s ability to process information correctly or to make appropriate decisions. This might happen due to a substance addiction but it may also be due to the fact that a...
On behalf of Mockaitis Law | Apr 12, 2018 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
In Illinois, when you get a parking ticket, you’re expected to pay it within a certain amount of time. It can be a pain to deal with, especially when you weren’t counting on additional expenses. But more importantly, it can have a serious effect on you if...
