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Is Remaining Silent Really Your Best Option?
Understanding Your Miranda Rights In Illinois When police detain someone in Chicago, our team steps in ready to fight. We know that the moment you’re placed under arrest, or held in a situation where you can’t freely leave, your rights kick in. Edward Johnson & Associates P.C. refuses to let your rights be trampled…. Read More »
How Important Is Local Experience When Hiring A DUI Attorney In Illinois?
When your freedom, your license, and your future are on the line, hiring just any DUI attorney is a mistake. In Illinois, especially in Chicago and the surrounding counties, DUI laws are not only strict, they are applied differently depending on the courthouse, the judge, and even the individual prosecutors. That’s why local experience… Read More »
Understanding Obstruction Of Justice Charges In Illinois
We are trial-tested criminal defense attorneys who stand in courtrooms day in and day out, ready to fight for clients facing serious charges. Obstruction of justice under Illinois law is no different. When prosecutors accuse someone of interfering with investigations, tampering with evidence, or lying to law enforcement, they are wielding serious allegations that… Read More »
Should I Hire A Lawyer Before I’m Charged With A Federal Crime?
If you’re asking this question, you already know you’re being watched. Maybe you’ve been contacted by a federal agent, subpoenaed before a grand jury, or you’ve heard through the grapevine that your name has come up in an investigation. Here’s the bottom line: if the feds are circling, you need to lawyer up, now…. Read More »
Can Police Use Social Media Posts as Evidence in a Federal Criminal Case?
As an experienced Chicago criminal defense attorney, we don’t back down when police use social media against our clients. We attack that evidence, looking hard for constitutional violations, authentication errors, or misinterpretation. Social media posts often become central to federal investigations, and prosecutors love using them. But we know exactly how to dismantle shaky… Read More »
How To Choose The Right Criminal Defense Attorney In Chicago
When your freedom is on the line, nothing matters more than having the right criminal defense lawyer in your corner. We know how high the stakes are—your job, your reputation, your future—and we take that seriously. You don’t need a lawyer who plays it safe. You need someone who fights like hell for you,… Read More »
How To Get Your Criminal Record Expunged In Chicago
For many people in Chicago, a criminal record continues to cause harm long after a case is over. Even if charges were dropped or you were never convicted, your record may still show an arrest. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards often check criminal histories, and one incident can limit your opportunities for years. We… Read More »
How To Defend Against Federal Drug Trafficking Charges In Chicago
Federal drug trafficking charges are very serious. When the feds come after you, they’re bringing serious manpower, resources, and a goal to lock you up for a long time. But make no mistake, we don’t back down from federal prosecutors. At Edward Johnson & Associates, we fight these cases aggressively from the start. We… Read More »
How To Avoid Being Tricked Into A False Confession
When someone is accused of a crime, the pressure from law enforcement can be overwhelming. We’ve worked with clients across Chicago who were manipulated into making statements they later regretted. Police officers are legally allowed to lie during interrogations in Illinois. That means they can tell you that they have evidence they don’t actually… Read More »
Can I Get A DUI For Driving On Prescribed Medication?
Many of our clients are shocked to learn they can be arrested for DUI even when taking medications legally prescribed by their doctors. But under Illinois law, you absolutely can. Prosecutors don’t care if your medication came from a pharmacy or a street corner—if they think it impaired your ability to drive, they will… Read More »