There are over 16 million active concealed carry licenses in the United States; almost 250,000 are Illinois licenses. With all of these licenses comes the responsibility to adhere to both local and state laws, without putting anyone in danger. Mistakes are common, especially in the period shortly following licensure. However, when armed with a deadly weapon, these mistakes must be eliminated or kept to a minimum. Concealed carry mistakes can be harmless, but they could also be fatal under the right circumstances. Avoid potentially severe implications by avoiding these common carry …

When an officer pulls over a driver for suspected drunk driving, he or she makes no distinction over whether the suspect is male or female. The decision to charge a suspect with DUI stems from a variety of factors, such as a breathalyzer, blood alcohol test, or behavior indicators. If the breathalyzer returns a blood alcohol concentration number of 0.08 percent or higher, charges are likely to follow.

As technology advances, our lives seemingly become easier. We track our movements and sleep habits with products like Fitbit. We run searches, order new bedding, and schedule appointments by the sound of our voice using Siri and Alexa. Even hearts have technological assistance from pacemakers. Yet while these devices simplify our daily activities, they also simplify investigations for police officers. Your smart technology can and will be used against you in a criminal case.

The proverbial expression, “a man’s home is his castle” refers to the rights of individual privacy within one’s own home. Like the ruler of a domain, residents determine who may enter and who must stay outside. You have rights granted by the Fourth Amendment that protect your home against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, if exigent circumstances exist, officers may still legally enter.