Cannabis Cases in Lake County Illinois (Waukegan Courthouse)--Does Lake County still prosecute Cannabis possession?

 Posted on January 25, 2017 in Q & A

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Topic: Cannabis Cases in Lake County Illinois (Waukegan Courthouse)

Question:  Does Lake County still prosecute Cannabis possession?

Answer: YES! Lake County is still prosecuting all Cannabis cases. These include arrests and citations for “personal use” amounts and up.

Lake County and the municipalities located there are still making arrests and issuing citations for even small amounts of Cannabis possession. As such, if you are arrested or ticketed for cannabis possession, you should consult with a criminal defense attorney immediately. With the help of a criminal defense attorney, you may qualify for a deferred prosecution of the case or even an outright dismissal.

Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor, felony or DUI in Lake County, Illinois, it is imperative that you retain legal counsel to provide you with the best defense possible. At the Law Office of Matthew R. Gebhardt, P.C., Mr. Gebhardt’s experience as a former prosecutor means that you’ll have access to the best knowledge and education on your side -- an informed and experienced DUI and/or Criminal Defense lawyer working for you at every step of the way. Mr. Gebhardt draws upon his prior experience as a prosecutor to anticipate how the State will present their case against you. He can then determine what defenses will be most likely to prevail and concentrate his efforts in those areas.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for a misdemeanor, felony or DUI in Lake County, Illinois, contact us to schedule a consultation to discuss your case.

As always, the Law Office of Matthew R. Gebhardt, P.C. offers free consultations for anyone charged with a misdemeanor, felony or DUI in Lake County, Illinois.

Cannabis Cases in Lake County Illinois (Waukegan Courthouse)--Does Lake County still prosecute Cannabis possession?