17 episodes

The East Peoria law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC answers common questions and generally explains the criminal justice system in Illinois. This is neither legal advice, nor is an attorney client relationship formed by listening to this podcast. You should consult with an attorney in person. This podcast is intended to inform and supplement your knowledge of criminal law in Illinois. If you are charged with a criminal offense, please seek the advice of a criminal attorney. If you wish to retain Schierer & Ritchie, LLC for criminal defense services, please contact us at 309-839-2024.

Criminal Defense In Illinois Charles Schierer

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The East Peoria law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC answers common questions and generally explains the criminal justice system in Illinois. This is neither legal advice, nor is an attorney client relationship formed by listening to this podcast. You should consult with an attorney in person. This podcast is intended to inform and supplement your knowledge of criminal law in Illinois. If you are charged with a criminal offense, please seek the advice of a criminal attorney. If you wish to retain Schierer & Ritchie, LLC for criminal defense services, please contact us at 309-839-2024.

    Burglary vs. Retail Theft....What is the difference?

    Burglary vs. Retail Theft....What is the difference?

    Have you or a loved one been charged in Illinois with either a burglary or a retail theft?  Listen to this episode.  Attorney Charles Schierer will discuss what the government will need to prove if you have been charged with entering a retail store and stealing.  On some occasions the government charges burglary.  If they do, this is a serious charge.  Far more serious than if you are charged with a retail theft.  In this episode we explore the issues surrounding these types of cases.  If you or a loved one is charged with a criminal offense, give us a call at 309-839-2024 or check us out on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.  Schierer & Ritchie, LLC.

    • 25 min
    How Can Your Prior Criminal Record Can Come Back To Hurt You.

    How Can Your Prior Criminal Record Can Come Back To Hurt You.

    Do you have a prior criminal record?  Ever wonder how a mistake in the past can come back to hurt you again?  This podcast explores how your past criminal actions are in the past, but they tend to show up again in several different ways.  If you or a loved one has a criminal matter, please give us a call.  We can help.  We handle matters in State and Federal Court.  You can find us online at www.srtriallawyers.com or you can call us at 309-839-2024.  Schierer & Ritchie, LLC.  

    • 28 min
    How are the Federal Sentencing Guidelines calculated and what does this range mean for my case?

    How are the Federal Sentencing Guidelines calculated and what does this range mean for my case?

    If you or a loved one is charged in Federal Court, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines will likely come into play in the case.  During this podcast, attorney Charles Schierer discusses what the Federal Sentencing Guidelines are, how the range is calculated and what it might mean for your case.  If you do not agree with the guideline range that the United States Probation Office has calculated in your Presentence Investigation Report, you may file an objection.  If there are objections to material in the Presentence Investigation Report, including the calculation of the guideline range, the Federal Judge will hear arguments on the objections at your sentencing.  The Presentence Investigation Report can then be amended.  If you or a loved one has a case in Federal Court, this is a serious matter.  You may call our office at 309-839-2024.  We can be found on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.  

    • 24 min
    Convicted or plead guilty? What next? What happens at a sentencing hearing?

    Convicted or plead guilty? What next? What happens at a sentencing hearing?

    In this episode we discuss what happens at a sentencing hearing.  A sentencing hearing is held if you enter a guilty plea or if you are found guilty at trial.  By listening to this podcast episode you will become informed on what you can expect as we navigate the halls of justice together.  If you are looking for information, this podcast episode will help familiarize you with the legal process.  Please be aware that this podcast should not be considered legal advice.  This is informational only, no different that reading about a law firm's services on a website.  There is nothing about this podcast that should imply an attorney-client relationship exists.  You will need to specifically retain legal services.  You should not solely rely on anything you hear on this podcast.  There is no substitute for legal advice you have received from your lawfully retained attorney.  If you want to retain this law firm, please contact us at 309-839-2024 or visit us on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.

    • 17 min
    Trial 101. The Opening Statement.

    Trial 101. The Opening Statement.

    If your case is headed to trial, it's important to know how a trial works.  In this podcast we discuss the opening statement.  By listening to this podcast episode you will become informed on what you can expect as we navigate the halls of justice together.  If you are looking for information, this podcast episode will help familiarize you with the legal process.  Please be aware that this podcast should not be considered legal advice.  This is informational only, no different that reading about a law firm's services on a website.  There is nothing about this podcast that should imply an attorney-client relationship exists.  You will need to specifically retain legal services.  You should not solely rely on anything you hear on this podcast.  There is no substitute for legal advice you have received from your lawfully retained attorney.  If you want to retain this law firm, please contact us at 309-839-2024 or visit us on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.

    • 14 min
    What does it mean to be seized under the law and why does it matter?

    What does it mean to be seized under the law and why does it matter?

    Ever hear someone say they want a motion to squash or squish something?  Well, we have.  This is not entirely accurate but they have the right idea.  In this podcast, we explore the motion to suppress and how it can impact your case.  The Fourth Amendment protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures.  In this podcast we give a brief overview of some important concepts in this area.  By listening to this podcast episode you will become informed on what you can expect as we navigate the halls of justice together.  If you are looking for information, this podcast episode will help familiarize you with the legal process.  Please be aware that this podcast should not be considered legal advice.  This is informational only, no different that reading about a law firm's services on a website.  There is nothing about this podcast that should imply an attorney-client relationship exists.  You will need to specifically retain legal services.  You should not solely rely on anything you hear on this podcast.  There is no substitute for legal advice you have received from your lawfully retained attorney.  If you want to retain this law firm, please contact us at 309-839-2024 or visit us on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.

    • 20 min

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