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One of the challenges posed by new technology is the creation of laws surrounding the new ways of the world. Technology has the potential to solve many problems in society today, but it can also cause more problems to pop up.

Sexting is one of those activities, and it may feel like a legal gray area. Illinois has established some laws that may be used when sexting becomes part of the equation. Continue reading to learn more about the ways in which sexting can become illegal.

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Many crimes fall under the category of inchoate or incomplete crimes. These are crimes someone may plan, agree to commit, or request someone else carry out. In all these cases, the ensuing crime doesn’t have to occur. The incomplete crime itself can represent a crime. Here is what you should know about incomplete crimes.

What Are Incomplete Crimes?

Inchoate is a word meaning something just beginning or not fully formed. An inchoate crime is one that doesn’t quite get off the ground. Incomplete crimes imply the intent was there, even if nothing came of that intent. Generally, incomplete crimes fall into three broad categories:

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Do you face an unsure future because of a possible conviction? While you may be concerned with the charges that could put you behind bars, you may be interested to learn you have options for serving time outside of prison.

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Date rape refers to sexual assault where the victim and rapist know each other. The victim in these cases may refuse to give consent or may be unable to give…

Having a restraining order filed against you can be frightening. You may wonder what consequences it may have on your job or the place that you live. If you feel…

If you have been charged or accused of domestic violence, you might feel like you have no ability to fight back. These charges can be hard to navigate simply because…

If you have recently been arrested for drug possession, you could be wondering which steps you should take now. Drug charges can be scary and can leave you wondering about…

A DUI charge in Illinois comes with penalties that can severely affect anyone’s life. However, a misdemeanor DUI charge can turn into a felony charge for several reasons. Once the charge becomes a felony, the penalties become harsher. Here is a look at how a misdemeanor DUI charge can become a felony charge in Illinois.

1. Repeat Convictions

Illinois gives you two chances when it comes to typical DUI charges. The first and second convictions are Class A misdemeanors. Even as misdemeanors, these convictions can upset your routine and your life. Between the two convictions, those penalties can include:

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With so many drivers on the road, car accidents are an unfortunate reality. If you're ever involved in a car accident, the hope is that it's minor and barely disrupts…

Has your neighbor put in a new fence that seems closer to your home than the old one? Or does he or she have a tree whose roots and branches…