Johnson Law Group Blog

Self Defense shooting case Justified but for how long? February 5, 2019

Johnson Law Group recently had the honor to represent a good man, who is a law abiding citizen and pillar in his community, against first degree murder charges. Many news articles highlighted the ...

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How We Obtained a Not Guilty Verdict in a Child Sex Case June 26, 2018

We recently represented a client charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, a Class 2 felony offense, for which he could have served up to 7 years in prison. He was innocent. The allegation ...

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How Do Innocent People Find Themselves Charged with a Crime and Fighting for Their Lives? June 18, 2018

As defense attorneys, we have seen all kinds of cases, from the best to the worst, and everything in between. Recently, we had a client who was charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, a Class 2 ...

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Concerts and Music Festivals this Summer: Police Presence & Protecting Yourself May 23, 2018

As the weather warms up, the music gets louder. This summer promises to be one of music festivals and concerts throughout the nation and the State of Illinois. For example, Summer Camp music festival ...

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Bringing the Death Penalty Back to Illinois? May 16, 2018

On May 14, 2018, Governor Rauner suggested bringing back the death penalty. He got national attention as a result. This article will explain some of the history about the death penalty in Illinois, ...

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Five Counts of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse Dismissed with Prejudice May 8, 2018

On Wednesday, April 25 th , 2018, after Douglas Johnson’s strategic delay in jury selection, the State dismissed all five counts of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse with prejudice. As charged, these ...

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