Aggressive Criminal Defense in Illinois
Any criminal charge is serious. A conviction can result in stiff penalties, including time behind bars and excessive fines. Additionally, a criminal record can haunt your future, preventing you from being hired for certain jobs, renting an apartment or being eligible for certain loans. Because your future is on the line, it is critical that you combat the charges.
At JSB Law PC, we vigorously defend people charged with state misdemeanor and felony crimes. We also handle expungement cases. Serving clients in McHenry County and Lake County and the nearby communities, we strive to minimize the impact of the charges.
A Range of Criminal Defense Representation
We defend individuals charged with state misdemeanor and felony crimes, including:
If you have been charged with a crime, it is critical that you protect yourself. Contact our office immediately for swift and aggressive defense.
Expungement Experience
Tired of explaining an arrest or court record to prospective employers? Expungement may be an option. This process involves petitioning the court to remove an arrest from your criminal record, sealing court files and making any remaining indication of the incident unavailable to potential employers. If there is a way to expunge your criminal record, we can help.
Former Prosecutor Defending You
Our firm's founding lawyer, Judith S. Bethge, is a former Assistant State's Attorney in the Office of the Lake County State's Attorney. Because she has spent time in the role of prosecutor, she has detailed knowledge of how the prosecution investigates, prepares and argues cases. She has a well-rounded perspective of the criminal justice system.
A skilled litigator, attorney Bethge uses this knowledge when developing powerful defense strategies for clients like you.
Protecting Your Rights
If you have been charged with a state misdemeanor or felony crime, your future is at stake. Contact us online or call our office locally at 815-669-4147 or toll free at 888-508-7947 to schedule an appointment with us.
Evening and weekend appointments are available upon request. We accept credit cards.
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