Criminal Defense
Focused representation to protect your rights when the stakes are high.
Personal. Thorough. Attentive.
From its Belvidere office, the firm provides criminal defense representation throughout Boone County and nearby Winnebago and Ogle Counties, including Rockford, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Roscoe, Rockton, Byron, Oregon and Rochelle.
Facing a criminal charge can affect a person’s freedom, employment, family and future. The firm provides attentive representation focused on understanding the allegations, reviewing the details and helping the client understand the available options.
Our approach. The firm’s approach is personal and thorough: listen first, examine the facts carefully, explain the process clearly and prepare each matter with the level of attention it deserves.
Frequently Asked Questions
General answers to common questions after an arrest or criminal charge in Illinois.
Take the charge and every court date seriously. Avoid discussing the facts of the case on social media or with people who do not need to know, preserve any documents or information that may matter, and consider speaking with a criminal defense attorney promptly.
Early contact can be helpful because important decisions, court appearances and evidence issues may arise soon after an arrest or charge. An attorney can review the allegations, explain the process and discuss possible next steps based on the facts of the case.
No. A criminal charge is an accusation, not a conviction. The prosecution must prove the case under the applicable legal standard, and a defendant has rights and defenses that may depend on the evidence and circumstances.
Depending on the case, counsel may review police reports, body-camera or other video, statements, witness information, physical or digital evidence, search-and-seizure issues, identification procedures and other legal or factual questions.
The firm is based in Belvidere and assists clients with criminal matters in Boone County and nearby Winnebago and Ogle Counties, including the Rockford area, subject to availability, conflicts and the nature of the case.
The information above is general and is not a substitute for legal advice about a specific matter.
Boone County Criminal Defense
Boone County is part of Illinois' 17th Judicial Circuit, and the Boone County Courthouse is located at 601 N. Main Street in Belvidere. A criminal case can involve court appearances, discovery, pretrial conditions, negotiations, motions, and—when a matter is not resolved—trial. The exact path depends on the charge and the facts.
Early review can help identify the charging statute, evidence that should be preserved, upcoming court dates, and any restrictions or conditions already in place. Official references include the Illinois Criminal Code and the 17th Judicial Circuit courthouse information.
Every matter is different. Contact the office to discuss your situation, whether it fits the firm’s current practice and what the next step may be.