- Criminal DefenseIf you are in Illinois and are searching for a skilled legal adviser to guide you through your criminal defense case, you are in the right place. The Law Office of Steven Fine is here to assist you every step of the way through your situation, starting with a case evaluation, to striving to get you a favorable outcome. We provide relentless, solid legal defense for a number of different criminal defense cases, zealously defending our clients' rights.
- DUI/DWIFacing DUI charges in Illinois? If you have been charged with DUI, it is critical to obtain legal representation from an experienced lawyer. At the Law Office of Steven Fine, we have been protecting the rights of our clients for more than 20 years. Our Chicago DUI defense attorney possesses the thorough understanding of the Illinois criminal justice system and can anticipate how the prosecution will approach your case, giving you an advantage in the courtroom.
- Sex CrimesSex crimes carry some of the most severe consequences for criminals who violate these laws. The Law Office of Steven Fine understands the sensitivity surrounding sex and Internet offense charges, and we are committed to providing every client with the highest quality legal counsel available. A sex crime conviction can have an immensely negative impact for the rest of your life. Incarceration is very likely, and registration as a sex offender could hinder both your personal, social and professional endeavors.
- Fraud
- RobberyAre you facing accusations or charges of assault, battery, murder, or any other violent crime? Have confidence in our 20+ years of experience in handling criminal defense cases. A violent crime is defined as the use of physical, forceful violence to achieve a particular objective, which in many cases is related to domestic violence, robbery, or murder.
- BurglaryTheft crimes, such as burglary or robbery, are considered crimes of “moral turpitude,” because the person who allegedly committed the crime committed an act that is considered morally objectionable. Theft crimes may be charged as misdemeanors, though may be classified as a Class X felony.
- White Collar CrimesWhite collar crimes are classified as nonviolent offenses in the state of Illinois. The Illinois State Statute for White Collar Crime (720 ILCS 5/33 et seq.) names specific white collar crimes as well as their defining elements including deceit or concealment to obtain some benefit or advantage. These crimes typically involve fraud, cheating, or theft related to business or financial matters. The greater the amount of money or assets stolen, the greater the possible penalties including jail or prison time, restitution, heavy fines, a permanent criminal record, and more.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsJuvenile delinquency laws involve crimes committed by children who are referred to as minors. In Illinois, the maximum age allowed for a case to be prosecuted in the juvenile court is 16 for most juvenile felony offenses and 17 years of age for juvenile misdemeanor offenses. Juveniles mostly have the same rights as adults, such as the right to remain silent, the right to cross-examine witnesses, the right to an attorney, and the right to require that the state proves their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
- Embezzlement
- Drug CrimesIn the state of Illinois, all felony crime prosecutions begin with an indictment of information. Prosecutors file an information only when the preliminary hearing has been waived or held. Our Chicago drug crimes lawyer understands every step of the process and will meet with you for a free consultation to discuss all of the options available to you. Speaking with the Law Office of Steven Fine immediately after you have been arrested is a crucial step, so don't hesitate to contact our firm.
- Assault
- MurderThe defendant was charged with murder. Witnesses allegedly saw the defendant shoot and kill the victim. Multiple witnesses identified the defendant in a line-up identification procedure. Mr. Fine conduct an independent investigation and located a...
- Juvenile CrimesIn Illinois and many other states across the country, a juvenile crime occurs when a minor under the age of 17 commits a criminal offense. Juvenile courts are completely separate from the courts which process adult crimes. While penalties for juvenile crimes are often less severe than an adult court’s punishment for the same crime, they can be quite harsh depending on a minor’s age and the severity of the charge.
- Identity Theft
- Arson
- Shoplifting
- Forgery
- Internet Crimes
- Sexual Harassment