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Felony Charges

Felonies are the most serious offenses that can be charged by the state, and the potential consequences are far more severe than those for misdemeanor convictions. No matter what type of felony charges you are facing, conviction could lead to such penalties as:

  • Jail or prison time
  • Large fines
  • Probation
  • Possible victim restitution
  • Possible loss or restriction of license
  • Possible loss of your right to vote or bear arms
  • Possible mandatory sex offender registration

Understanding Felony Classes

Illinois law breaks felony charges into 5 different classes, and potential sentencing is influenced by the class under which the offense falls.

Class X

  • Most serious type of offense, which can include such charges as aggravated sexual assault, aggravated vehicular hijacking, or solicitation of murder
  • Fines up to $25,000
  • Imprisonment in a state penitentiary for 6 to 30 years

Class 1

  • Includes such offenses as drug manufacturing, criminal sexual assault, kidnapping, and possession of such drugs as cocaine, heroin, or meth
  • Fines up to $25,000
  • Imprisonment in a state penitentiary for 4 to 15 years

Class 2

  • Includes such crimes as arson, possession of certain types of drugs, theft, and certain white collar crimes
  • Fines up to $25,000
  • Imprisonment in state penitentiary for 3 to 7 years

Class 3

  • Includes offenses like aggravated DUI, drug possession, and aggravated battery
  • Fines up to $25,000
  • Imprisonment in a state penitentiary for 2 to 5 years

Class 4

  • Includes such crimes as aggravated assault, stalking, DUI, and possession of certain types of drugs
  • Fines up to $25,000
  • Imprisonment in a state penitentiary for 1 to 3 years

Choose Effective Representation

If you have been accused of a felony crime, you need to do everything you can to protect your legal rights and fight to retain your freedoms. Our skilled Chicago criminal attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience defending clients from serious criminal charges, and we are prepared to aggressively challenge the allegations made against you.

Our legal team is just that - a team. You won't be dealing with only one attorney who has only one perspective. You will benefit from the representation of a team of dedicated, experienced, and skilled trial attorneys who will each be able to bring a unique point of view to your defense strategy. We believe that our clients deserve nothing less than exceptional legal counsel, and we are ready to fight for you!

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