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10704 S Western Ave Chicago, IL 60643» view map
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At LaPapa Law Group, we understand that life doesn’t always go as planned. We have the knowledge and experience needed to competently represent you in court.

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1. Gregory R. LaPapa Chicago, IL
  Attorney at Law - IL, 1982
  DePaul University J.D. 1982
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  We have been in practice for over 30 years.
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Kristine M. Honiotes

Criminal, DUI-DWI, Juvenile Law, Traffic, Felony

Kristine Honiotes is a trial lawyer with over 12 years of experience. As a former Will County Assistant Public Defender, she defended all types of fel... (more)

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815-409-7833

58 North Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432

Philip R. Nathe

Criminal, DUI-DWI, Juvenile Law, Felony, Misdemeanor

DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorney

After starting his career in the criminal courts of DuPage County as a clerk more than 30 years ago, Philip Nathe went on to become an accomplished at... (more)

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630-416-7600

552 South Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540

Brett A. Appelman

Criminal, Felony, DUI-DWI, Juvenile Law

Naperville, IL Criminal Defense Attorney

In 2007, Brett Appelman established Appelman Law LLC with the mission of safeguarding and advocating for the rights of individuals accused of crimes. ... (more)

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630-717-7801

50 S. Main St., Naperville, IL 60540

Patricia Magaña

Criminal, Juvenile Law, Traffic, DUI-DWI, Felony

Attorney Magaña has extensive experience in criminal defense, including traffic, misdemeanor, and felony offenses. Additionally, she represents indiv... (more)

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630-448-2001

1555 Bond Street, Naperville, IL 60563

Martin J. Shanahan

Criminal, DUI-DWI, Elder Law, Juvenile Law

Status: In Good Standing

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1415 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435

Deborah Garrigus

Lawsuit & Dispute, Criminal, Family Law, Juvenile Law

Status: In Good Standing Licensed: 36 Years

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10750 South 143Rd Street, Orland Park, IL 60462

Deborah S. Garrigus

Lawsuit & Dispute, Criminal, Family Law, Juvenile Law

Status: In Good Standing Licensed: 36 Years

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10750 South 143Rd Street, Orland Park, IL 60462

Kristal Rivers

General Practice

Status: In Good Standing Licensed: 28 Years

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10220 S 76Th Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60455

Kristal Royce Rivers

Juvenile Law

Status: In Good Standing Licensed: 28 Years

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10220 S 76Th Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60455

Kristal Royce Rivers

General Practice

Status: In Good Standing Licensed: 28 Years

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10220 S 76Th Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60455

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LEGAL TERMS

JURY

Criminal Law Traffic TicketshomeGLOSSARY jury A group of people selected to apply the law, as stated by the judge, to the facts of a case and render a decision,... (more...)

Criminal Law Traffic TicketshomeGLOSSARY jury A group of people selected to apply the law, as stated by the judge, to the facts of a case and render a decision, called the verdict. Traditionally, an American jury was made up of 12 people who had to arrive at a unanimous decision. But today, in many states, juries in civil cases may be composed of as few as six members and non-unanimous verdicts may be permitted. (Most states still require 12-person, unanimous verdicts for criminal trials.) Tracing its history back over 1,000 years, the jury system was brought to England by William the Conqueror in 1066. The philosophy behind the jury system is that--especially in a criminal case--an accused's guilt or innocence should be judged by a group of people from her community ('a jury of her peers'). Recently, some courts have been experimenting with increasing the traditionally rather passive role of the jury by encouraging jurors to take notes and ask questions.

NOLO CONTENDERE

A plea entered by the defendant in response to being charged with a crime. If a defendant pleads nolo contendere, she neither admits nor denies that she committ... (more...)

A plea entered by the defendant in response to being charged with a crime. If a defendant pleads nolo contendere, she neither admits nor denies that she committed the crime, but agrees to a punishment (usually a fine or jail time) as if guilty. Usually, this type of plea is entered because it can't be used as an admission of guilt if a civil case is held after the criminal trial.

ASSAULT

A crime that occurs when one person tries to physically harm another in a way that makes the person under attack feel immediately threatened. Actual physical co... (more...)

A crime that occurs when one person tries to physically harm another in a way that makes the person under attack feel immediately threatened. Actual physical contact is not necessary; threatening gestures that would alarm any reasonable person can constitute an assault. Compare battery.

HOT PURSUIT

An exception to the general rule that a police officer needs an arrest warrant before he can enter a home to make an arrest. If a felony has just occurred and a... (more...)

An exception to the general rule that a police officer needs an arrest warrant before he can enter a home to make an arrest. If a felony has just occurred and an officer has chased a suspect to a private house, the officer can forcefully enter the house in order to prevent the suspect from escaping or hiding or destroying evidence.

DISTRICT ATTORNEY (D.A.)

A lawyer who is elected to represent a state government in criminal cases in a designated county or judicial district. A D.A.'s duties typically include reviewi... (more...)

A lawyer who is elected to represent a state government in criminal cases in a designated county or judicial district. A D.A.'s duties typically include reviewing police arrest reports, deciding whether to bring criminal charges against arrested people and prosecuting criminal cases in court. The D.A. may also supervise other attorneys, called Deputy District Attorneys or Assistant District Attorneys. In some states a District Attorney may be called a Prosecuting Attorney, County Attorney or State's Attorney. In the federal system, the equivalent to the D.A. is a United States Attorney. The country has many U.S. Attorneys, each appointed by the President, who supervise regional offices staffed with prosecutors called Assistant United States Attorneys.

PLEA BARGAIN

A negotiation between the defense and prosecution (and sometimes the judge) that settles a criminal case. The defendant typically pleads guilty to a lesser crim... (more...)

A negotiation between the defense and prosecution (and sometimes the judge) that settles a criminal case. The defendant typically pleads guilty to a lesser crime (or fewer charges) than originally charged, in exchange for a guaranteed sentence that is shorter than what the defendant could face if convicted at trial. The prosecution gets the certainty of a conviction and a known sentence; the defendant avoids the risk of a higher sentence; and the judge gets to move on to other cases.

BAILIFF

A court official usually classified as a peace officer (sometimes as a deputy sheriff, or marshal) and usually wearing a uniform. A bailiff's main job is to mai... (more...)

A court official usually classified as a peace officer (sometimes as a deputy sheriff, or marshal) and usually wearing a uniform. A bailiff's main job is to maintain order in the courtroom. In addition, bailiffs often help court proceedings go smoothly by shepherding witnesses in and out of the courtroom and handing evidence to witnesses as they testify. In criminal cases, the bailiff may have temporary charge of any defendant who is in custody during court proceedings.

IMPEACH

(1) To discredit. To impeach a witness' credibility, for example, is to show that the witness is not believable. A witness may be impeached by showing that he h... (more...)

(1) To discredit. To impeach a witness' credibility, for example, is to show that the witness is not believable. A witness may be impeached by showing that he has made statements that are inconsistent with his present testimony, or that he has a reputation for not being a truthful person. (2) The process of charging a public official, such as the President or a federal judge, with a crime or misconduct and removing the official from office.

DIRECTED VERDICT

A ruling by a judge, typically made after the plaintiff has presented all of her evidence but before the defendant puts on his case, that awards judgment to the... (more...)

A ruling by a judge, typically made after the plaintiff has presented all of her evidence but before the defendant puts on his case, that awards judgment to the defendant. A directed verdict is usually made because the judge concludes the plaintiff has failed to offer the minimum amount of evidence to prove her case even if there were no opposition. In other words, the judge is saying that, as a matter of law, no reasonable jury could decide in the plaintiff's favor. In a criminal case, a directed verdict is a judgement of acquittal for the defendant.

SAMPLE LEGAL CASES

People ex rel. Birkett v. Konetski

... In declining to require registration, the respondent noted the minor was not afforded the right to a jury trial in this juvenile delinquency proceeding. ... The respondent further stated it is not appropriate to require registration without providing a juvenile the right to a jury trial. ...

In re Lakisha M.

... After a trial (705 ILCS 405/5-601 (West 2004)), a juvenile court found Lakisha guilty of committing the offense of aggravated battery, a Class 3 felony (720 ILCS 5/12-4(b)(3), (e) (West 2004)), [1] and adjudicated her delinquent. ...

People v. Coleman

... Defendant appeals, arguing (1) his trial counsel was ineffective for eliciting testimony from defendant regarding his prior juvenile conviction, and (2) the sentence for armed violence predicated on robbery as compared to the sentence for armed robbery with a firearm violates ...

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Philip R. Nathe

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Patricia Magaña

Martin J. Shanahan

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ASSAULT

HOT PURSUIT

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People ex rel. Birkett v. Konetski

In re Lakisha M.

People v. Coleman

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