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People v. Wilson, 2020 IL App (1st) 162430 (March). Episode 761 (Duration 14:17)
Minor had severe learning disabilities and probably didn’t understand his Miranda warnings.
Read more40 Years Is A De Facto Life In Illinois
People v. Buffer, 2019 IL 122327 (April). Episode 625 (Duration 8:41)
Illinois Supreme Court says anything over 40 years is a de facto life sentence.
[Read more…]Making Sense Of The Latest Illinois Juvenile Interrogation Statute
In re Jose A., 2018 IL App (2d) 180170 (October). Episode 557 (Duration 22:10)
The new juvenile Miranda requirement is discussed here. [Read more…]
Over 18 Years Of Age Disqualifies You From The Juvenile Sentencing Rules: But Their May Be A Small Exception
People v. Harris, 2018 IL 121932 (October). Episode 551 (Duration 14:08)
Illinois Supreme Court reveals the path 18-21 year olds should follow in order to have their their youthfulness considered as a factor at sentencing. [Read more…]
An Extension Of De Facto Life Sentences But Is It Proper?
People v. Rodriguez, 2018 IL App (1st) 160030 (September). Episode 457 (Duration 6:24)
Can defendant combine a sentence from an earlier crime with the sentence of a new crime to claim a de facto life sentence? [Read more…]
What’s The Best Way To Handle A Plea To A Non-Automatic Transfer Charge?
People v. Ingram, 2018 IL App (4th) 160099 (July). Episode 523 (Duration 6:15)
Defendant plead on a non-automatic transfer charge and now wants a do-over. [Read more…]
You Can’t Charge Juveniles In Adult Court With Possession Of Stolen Vehicle
In re M.R., 2018 IL App (2d) 170342 (March). Episode 484 (Duration 10:56)
Minors charged with possession of stolen vehicle must be charged in juvenile court. [Read more…]