Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog
What You Need to Know Before a Small Mistake Becomes a Criminal Crisis
COMMON MISTAKES DEFENDANTS MAKE IN CHICAGO NO-CONTACT ORDER CASES
Chicago is a city filled with dense neighborhoods, busy apartment buildings, and constant public movement. Because people live, shop, and commute in close proximity, accidental encounters happen every day. Yet when someone is under a no-contact order, even an innocent moment can turn into a criminal accusation. After decades defending people in Cook County criminal courts, I have seen how small, preventable mistakes often lead to charges that carry life-changing consequences. Many of my clients never intended to break the law. Instead, they were caught off guard by the strict rules of their bond conditions or misunderstood the judge’s instructions during a stressful moment in court.
