Facing assault or battery charges in Illinois is serious. Assault involves threats of harm, while battery means intentional physical contact or injury. Both can lead to jail, fines, and a permanent record. At AKL Legal, LLC in Grayslake, we defend clients in Lake County, McHenry County, and suburban Cook County against violent crime charges.

Having a misdemeanor on your record can feel like a weight you can’t shake. Whether it was a one-time mistake or something that didn’t even result in a conviction, the good news is — you might be able to expunge it and move forward with confidence. Lake County criminal defense attorney, Alan Lenczycki, explains more.

Child endangerment is a serious offense in Lake County, Illinois, carrying harsh penalties that can affect your freedom, reputation, and even your parental rights. Whether charged as a misdemeanor or felony, a conviction can lead to jail time, hefty fines, and long-term consequences.

Speeding is one thing, but driving 26 mph or more over the limit in Illinois? That’s a whole different ballgame. It’s not just a traffic ticket—it’s a criminal offense known as aggravated speeding. And the consequences? They can be severe, from hefty fines to possible jail time and even a suspended license. If you're caught speeding 26 mph or more over the limit, you're not just getting a slap on the wrist. Illinois law classifies this as a misdemeanor offense, which means you can be arrested.

Being charged with a Class A misdemeanor in Lake County Illinois is no small matter. Offenses such as a DUI, retail theft, possession of cannabis, domestic battery, violating an order of protection, battery, reckless driving, and speeding over 35mph, are Class A Misdemeanors and carry some of the harshest penalties of all misdemeanor offenses.