by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 21, 2010 | Random Thoughts
The United States Supreme Court has updated their web site and has changed their url. Gone is the “us” from www.supremecourtus.gov., now it’s www.supremecourt.gov. Now, most of us have never had the opportunity to visit the USSC web site. And the... read more
by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 20, 2010 | Criminal Laws, Traffic Law
I had heard rumblings about a crack down on aggravated speeders when I was in court earlier this week for a client who had been arrested for driving 57 mph over the speed limit on LSD. When in court, a former colleague had mentioned that someone had recently read... read more
by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 17, 2010 | Criminal Laws, Traffic Law
Especially once you find out that the person you are threatening is a uniformed officer of the law. In this case, the driver didn’t heed the Sheriff’s warning when that Sheriff displayed both his badge and vest complete with radio while announcing his... read more
by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 16, 2010 | Traffic Law
This Chicago Tribune article addresses the need for an overhaul of the red-light camera ticketing systems in place all over Chicago and its surrounding Suburbs. A new measure sponsored and endorsed by Senate leaders today suggests the following:... read more
by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 12, 2010 | DUI, Traffic Law
Please be mindful this weekend if you head out to enjoy a few drinks in honor of St. Patrick’s Day (or for any other reason….). The Illinois State Police are setting up a roadside safety check at I-90 & Highway 31 in Elgin. You can read the full... read more
by Tatiana Czaplicki | Mar 10, 2010 | DUI, Traffic Law
Interesting (and sad at the same time) that those who are entrusted to abide by the Rules of Law, to serve and protect and otherwise ensure our safety and our children’s safety are the very people who are getting busted for driving under the influence. Several... read more