Articles Posted in Criminal Defense

Chicago law enforcement conducts thousands of vehicle stops and street detentions each year, many of which quickly escalate into full-blown searches. If you’ve ever been pulled over or temporarily held by police and questioned, you’ve likely wondered: Do they have the legal right to go through your belongings? At The Law Offices of David L.…

Immediate Legal Support Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Necessity When someone is arrested in Chicago, they often think they have time to “figure things out.” They wait, hoping things might settle down or that the charges won’t stick. But in the world of Illinois criminal law, time is never on your side. From the moment of…

Most people never see it coming. A phone call from a detective. A knock at the door. An employer suddenly asking questions about missing property. One moment you’re living your life, and the next, you’re under investigation. In Chicago, investigations often begin quietly—but they never stay that way. What you do next may shape your…

In the heart of Cook County, where criminal courts see a relentless flow of cases each day, the consequences of stepping into a courtroom without a criminal defense attorney are both immediate and long-lasting. From misdemeanor offenses like retail theft or public indecency to serious felonies such as aggravated assault or drug trafficking, the legal…

A Chicago Defense Lawyer’s Perspective Getting arrested in Chicago can turn your world upside down. Whether you’re accused of shoplifting or facing serious charges like aggravated battery, the road ahead is difficult—but it’s not one you have to walk alone. At The Law Offices of David L. Freidberg, we’ve represented thousands of clients throughout Cook…

You may have received a phone call from a police detective asking to talk. Maybe a federal agent stopped by your home or job. Perhaps you heard through someone you know that you’re being investigated—or worse, that someone else was arrested and named you. If you haven’t been arrested but believe you’re under investigation in…

Being investigated for a crime in Chicago can be one of the most unsettling experiences a person can face. You haven’t been charged yet, but you know something is happening behind the scenes. Maybe you were questioned. Maybe you were served a subpoena. Maybe you just have a feeling that something isn’t right. At this…

Being investigated for a crime in Chicago is terrifying. You may not be arrested. You may not have court dates—yet. But the fear of what’s coming next can keep you awake at night. The question many people ask is: Can hiring a criminal defense attorney at this stage actually stop the case before it becomes public…

If you’ve had your property taken by law enforcement in connection with a drug investigation, you’re not alone—and you may be shocked to learn that the State of Illinois can try to keep your assets even if you were never convicted of a crime. Under the Illinois Drug Asset Forfeiture Procedure Act (725 ILCS 150/1), law…

When law enforcement takes your property in connection with a criminal investigation, the process that follows can feel overwhelming and unfair. Whether you were arrested for a drug offense, suspected of fraud, or even just pulled over with a large amount of cash, the government may attempt to seize your property through a process called…