People v. Thomas, 2019 IL App (1st) 170474 (March). Episode 609 (Duration 11:51)
Police see a defendant hand a gun to another person and then try to run and hide. [Read more…]
Mistake of Law Doctrine
Episode 579 (Duration 16:25) What is happening in Illinois with the mistake of law doctrine?
[Read more…]What Constitutes Probable Cause For A DUI Arrest In Illinois?
What Constitutes Probable Cause For DUI Arrest In Illinois?
A person is under the influence of alcohol when he or she is less able, either mentally or physically, or both, to exercise clear judgment, and with steady hands and nerves operate an automobile with safety to himself and to the public.
[Read more…]The Smell Of Cannabis Coming From A Car Automatically Allows Police To Search The Car Without A Warrant: Is It Time To Change The “Smell Of Cannabis” Rule?
Episode 556 (Duration 24:34). Charles Schierer of East Peoria, Illinois, explains why it’s a good time to change the “smell of cannabis” rule. [Read more…]
Expert Testimony On Drug Use Is Not Always Required Sometimes Any Joe Shmoe Can Identify Impairment From Drug Use
People v. Gocmen, 2018 IL 122388 (September). Episode 540 (Duration 14:15)
In obvious cases an officer need not be a drug detection expert to conclude a driver is under the influence of drugs. [Read more…]