Criminal & Traffic Law

Focus on the issues encountered in sentencing youthful offenders in criminal court, including recent Supreme Court cases Miller v. Alabama, People v. Buffer, and the many resulting cases interpreting the sentencing of juvenile and young adult offenders. Also included is a discussion about the statutory amendments made to the criminal code as a result of Miller, issues with youthful offender early parole, truth in sentencing, as it applies to juveniles and other related issues.

Jury Nullification is an accepted dynamic in criminal trials. Do you know how to use it in defense? Learn how to make use of this dynamic.

On July 31, 2020, Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton announced a four year plan to transform the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ), which provides secure custody and Aftercare services to youth committed to it from local juvenile courts. Deputy Director of Programs, Robert Vickery, will provide an overview of the transformation plan. He will also answer any questions about the plan and IDJJ’s services. Chuck will discuss the sentencing of Minors to the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice under the Juvenile Court Act.