Monthly Archives: September 2021

WHAT IS THE OFFENSE OF CHILD ENDANGERMENT IN ILLINOIS?

In Illinois, endangering the life or health of a child is a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class 3 felony for subsequent offenses. The offense includes knowingly allowing or causing the endangerment or permitting the child … Continue reading

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CAN I PLEAD ENTRAPMENT AS A DEFENSE?

(UPDATE: The Lewis case below was upheld by the Illinois Supreme Court in People v. Lewis on June 24, 2022). A friend of a friend asked you to help them get some narcotics. You don’t do drugs yourself, but you … Continue reading

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