Chicago-Area Misdemeanor Defense
People sometimes believe that being charged with a misdemeanor offense is nothing to worry about. The truth is quite the opposite. A misdemeanor charge can lead to points on your license, community service, fines and even jail time. If you are charged in the future with either a felony or a misdemeanor, the court may use your previous arrests, charges or convictions against you. In short, a misdemeanor should not be ignored.
Former prosecutors who understand the system
At the Northbrook, Illinois, law firm of Addis, Greenberg & Schultz, L.L.C., several of our attorneys are former state's attorneys. With this experience, we are able to anticipate how the prosecution will view and act on a particular case. Our connections within the criminal justice system benefit our clients. If you have been charged with any misdemeanor, contact us to learn about your options and your rights. We are accessible and experienced advocates, and we maintain an answering service that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We urge you to contact us.
Examples of misdemeanor charges
Our lawyers forcefully defend clients against charges such as those listed here:
- Retail theft or shoplifting
- DUI
- Domestic violence or domestic battery
- Traffic violations such as driving without a license or certain traffic tickets
- Minor drug possession
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Weapons offenses
- Assault
- Battery
- Disorderly conduct
- Public indecency
- Local ordinance violations
How an experienced defense lawyer can help
When appropriate, we work to have charges reduced or dismissed. We make sure that evidence was correctly handled and that law enforcement personnel acted in accordance with the law when arresting or charging you.
Do not take the chance of being unprepared if you have been charged with a misdemeanor. Contact the attorneys who take the charge seriously and work to ensure the best possible outcome. Call Addis, Greenberg & Schultz at 847.412.1863.
