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Some of the cases we have won recently:

March 2010

Unlawful Use of Weapons by a Felon and Possession of Heroin with EIGHT prior Felony Convictions - Probation

(see below)

February 2010

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol-DUI .186 Breathalyzer - Dismissed

Possession of Cannabis (Class 4 Felony) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

January 2010

Domestic Battery - Motion State Nolle Pros Dismissed

Aggravated Assault/Handgun - Motion State Nolle Pros - Dismissed

2nd DUI -Reduced to Reckless Driving

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Ketamine) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

December 2009

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Class 2 Felony) Motion State Nolle Pros - Dismissed

November 2009

Possession of Cocaine (Class 2 Felony) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Statutory Summary Suspension Rescinded. another DUI related 3 year license suspension thrown out

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol-DUI - Not Guilty

October 2009

Possession of Heroin (Class 4 Felony) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Deliver (Class 3 Felony) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol-DUI - Not Guilty

September 2009

Class X felony Possession of Cocaine (9 year minimum sentence) - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Domestic Battery - Not Guilty

Felony Retail Theft - Dismissed to after Motion to Suppress Evidence

Drug Case/ Narcotics Charge-Possession of Cocaine - Dismissed

Prostitution - Dismissed

August 2009

Unlawful Use of Weapons (handgun)- Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Prostitution - Dismissed

Solicitation of a Prostitute - Dismissed

(details to follow....)

July 2009

Driving Under The Influence - Not Guilty

Possession of Heroin - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Possession of Cocaine - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Driving while License revoked Dismissed

Motion To Suppress Evidence Granted on Class X 6 Year Minimum Sentence. Possession of Heroin With Intent To Deliver, case dismissed

Felony Financial Exploitation of A Senior Citizen reduced to a misdemeanor

June 2009

Statutory Summary Suspension Rescinded. 3 year license suspension thrown out

Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

May 2009

Domestic Battery - Not Guilty

Theft - Not Guilty

April 2009

Unlawful Use of Weapon, Impersonating a Police Officer Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

February 2009

Possession of 1.7 Grams of Heroin Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

January 2009

500 gram cocaine case - Not Guilty

Felony Hit and Run - Not Guilty

Felony DUI reduced to a misdemeanor

Prolonged and vigorous negotiation with Cook County State's Attorney's Office results in Felony DUI being dropped down to a misdemeanor

Robert J. Callahan, Attorney At Law
53 West Jackson Boulevard
Suite 1442
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: (312) 322-9000
Fax: (773) 427-1289

Murder Defense in Chicago

Robert J. Callahan Attorney at Law

There is no graver charge in American Justice than murder. It rightfully carries the highest sentences and the most social stigma. No one wants to befriend or even live near a murderer.

Despite that, always remember that being accused does not mean you are guilty. However, innocent until proven guilty is sometimes true in courts only during murder trials. A lot of homicide cases generate publicity. The Nancy Grace’s of the world frequently try people via media and issue there own amateur guilty verdicts that end up poisoning jury pools. Prosecutors also routinely use the bully pulpit and try to break down a defendant from a podium. Most private citizens are not used to enduring negative publicity. You have gone from being anonymous to being presented in public as a pariah and the personification of evil. Quite often people in these trials are abandoned by some of their friends and family. Yet, history has shown that the innocent ultimately prevail in the end when the evidence is actually examined (the Duke Lacrosse case comes to mind).

What got these people through there ordeal was a competent defense that knew how to deal not only with the legal hurdles of the case, but also how to shield their client(s) from the media and provide push-back publicity. Robert J. Callahan has fifteen years experience in Illinois dealing with all types of high profile criminal cases.

There are two things to remember if you have been accused of murder. As with all cases do not try and talk your way out of charges. Speak to no one about your case. When you see your name in the paper or on the news your first instinct will be to try and present your side to the public. Don’t do that. Your ultimate battle is with a judge and jury. If you convince them the bad publicity will go away. However, if you talk to the press and law enforcement your words will be twisted and used against you in court.

Secondly, if you did in fact commit murder there is a huge difference between bad and worse when it comes to sentencing in Illinois. Cases are frequently pleaded down to manslaughter. An insanity defense is also an option that can lead to “easier” time in a state mental hospital. To get those pleas and considerations you need great legal advice, not a bottom of the barrel public defender. You need Robert J. Callahan an experienced Chicago criminal defense attorney.

Robert J. Callahan: 312-322-9000. (24 hours a day) (Se Habla Espanol) Robert Callahan habla espanol con fluidez a nivel oral y escrito

Criminal Defense for All People

Robert Callahan has defended people of all races, sexes, nationalities and economic classes and will use extensive resources, professional relationships and superior legal knowledge to protect your constitutional rights.

Specialties of Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert Callahan:

Murder
Drug Offenses (Possession, Trafficking, and possession with intent to distribute)
Federal and Felony Charges
Illinois DUI Attorney and Chicago DUI Lawyer
Weapons
Sex Charges
Embezzlement and Fraud
Assault and Battery
Juvenile Crime
Violent Crimes
Theft and Burglary
Domestic Violence
Probation Violations
Hit and Run
Traffic and Felony Traffic Offenses

March 2010 - Unlawful Use of Weapons by a Felon/Possession of Heroin - Probation (8 prior Felony Convictions)

Ryan B. was arrested and charged by the Chicago Police with Unlawful Use of Weapons by a Felon and Possession of Heroin. At the time of his arrest Ryan had 8 prior Felony Convictions. Our investigation of the case disclosed that the stop and search of Ryan's vehicle was illegal. We filed a Motion to Suppress evidence supported by the recent change in Constitutional Search and Seizure Law. In the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling in Arizona v. Gant, the law was changed with regard to the the permissibility of the scope of a lawful search incident to arrest. During the Hearing on the Motion to Suppress Evidence, we were able to bring out facts and evidence favorable to the defense. After the Motion, we began to explore the possibility of a favorable plea negotiation. After a strenuous, difficult, and prolonged negotiation with the Assistant State's Attorneys assigned to the case we were able to have a conference with the Judge pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 402. The result of the Conference was that Ryan received a sentence of 2 years TASC PROBATION!

February 2010 - Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Deliver - Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

Michael J. was arrested and Charged by the Chicago Police with Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Deliver, a Class 3 Felony. Investigation showed that the circumstances surrounding the offense alleged in the Police reports were highly suspect. At the Preliminary Hearing, the officer testified that Michael was observed engaging in what appeared to be a narcotics transaction. The officer testified Michael was approached by an unknown individual, engaged in a brief conversation, and was tendered and unknown amount of U.S.C. Michael was stopped, detained and ultimately searched. During the search, a felony amount of cannabis was discovered. The stop, detainment and arrest of Michael was illegal and the case was DISMISSED.

December 2009 - Driving under the Influence of Alcohol - Not Guilty

Howard D. was charged by the Illinois State Police with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. He blew into a Portable Breath Test (PBT) at the scene of his arrest, and the result was well over the legal limit. The result of the PBT was inadmissible at trial. Although the Trooper's reports described Mr. D. as "having an extremely strong odor of alcohol on his person", and that he had failed 3 separate Field Sobriety Tests, Mr. D. was found - Not Guilty

September 2009 - Domestic Battery - Not Guilty

Oralia S. was charged with the offense of Domestic Battery. Her daughter alleged that Oralia had punched and kicked her during a family argument. Oralia's daughter (L.S.) was shown to be lying during Cross-examination. L.S.'s testimony did not match the testimony of the other witnesses. One witness testified that L.S. was on the ground when Oralia struck her, while the other witness maintained that L.S. was standing during the altercation. The Judge found that the State did not overcome Oralia's presumption of innocence, and found her Not Guilty of all charges.

July 2009 - Possession With Intent to Deliver Heroin

Class X Felony, 6 Year Non-probationable Mandatory Sentence -Case Dismissed

James C. was charged with Possession With Intent to Deliver Heroin, a Class X Felony with a mandatory 6 Year Sentence. We filed a Motion to Suppress Evidence, and set the case for a hearing on all relevant facts. Prior to the hearing, investigation revealed that the Chicago Police had improperly, illegally, and unconstitutionally stopped the car James C. was traveling in. During the Preliminary Hearing numerous inconsistencies were uncovered during cross examination of the arresting officer. The Police had basically stopped Mr. C. for no reason. They testified that James "was in a high narcotics area" and that he had made movements which looked like a "suspected narcotics transaction". The Officer also testified that James made a "furtive movement" as the officers approached him. At the hearing on the Motion To Suppress Evidence we were able to demonstrate to the Judge that the stop of the car was unconstitutional, and that the arrest of James was improper. The Judge agreed with us and the Motion to Suppress Evidence was Granted. The case was then dismissed.

APRIL 2009

Felony Unlawful Use of Weapons, Impersonating a Police Officer-No Probable Cause, Case Dismissed

Cross-examination of the arresting officers resulted in a finding of No Probable Cause, all charges dismissed.

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