Many requirements are placed on convicted sex offenders after their initial case concludes. One of these requirements is that they must register with the proper authorities. The failure to properly register will result in additional charges, incarceration, fines, and possibly a violation of one’s probation or parole. Judges will have little patience with those who have been previously convicted so it is recommended that you contact an attorney immediately. Michael J. Brennan is a Chicago criminal defense lawyer assisting those who have failed to maintain their sex offender registration. Contact our Orland Park office today to schedule an initial consultation.
Many requirements are placed on convicted sex offenders after their initial case concludes. One of these requirements is that they must register with the proper authorities. The failure to properly register will result in additional charges, incarceration, fines, and possibly a violation of one’s probation or parole. Judges will have little patience with those who have been previously convicted so it is recommended that you contact an attorney immediately. Michael J. Brennan is a Chicago criminal defense lawyer assisting those who have failed to maintain their sex offender registration. Contact our Orland Park office today to schedule an initial consultation.
ILLINOIS SEX OFFENDER LAW
Illinois law requires sex offenders to register with the state and to maintain their registration. Failing to register will be charged as a Class 3 Felony as will providing false information at the time of your registration. Such felonies carry a minimum sentence of two to five years. Subsequent convictions for failing to register will be punished as a Class 2 felony which carries a sentence of three to seven years. Furthermore, anyone convicted of failing to register will pay a fine of $500 on top of any standard financial penalties and will be required to serve at least seven days in jail.
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Michael is a Chicago criminal defense attorney handling matters in which one has not registered as a sex offender. A former prosecutor, Michael is familiar with the types of arguments which must be presented to gain probation in such matters. Also, there are situations in which one may not have had a conviction which fits in the law or they may not be required to register for other reasons. If you find yourself facing such charges then it is important that you contact a lawyer today.