ABOUT ME
Matt Keenan
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A criminal and school law attorney with over 24 years of experience, I have successfully represented clients all over the Chicago area. My practice includes DUI, felony, criminal, misdemeanor, homicide, internet crime, retail theft, traffic offenses, cyberstalking, drug crimes, weapons violations, domestic battery and juvenile crime. I also represent families involving school cases. My clients come from all over the Chicago area including Skokie, Wilmette, Niles, Northbrook, Glenview, Evanston, Winnetka, Highland park, Northfield, Park Ridge, Des Plaines and Mount Prospect. I am a member of the ACLU, Illinois State Bar Association.
We wrote the chapters on DEFENSES and ARRESTS AND INVESTIGATORY STOPS.
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Illinois Jurisprudence: Criminal Law and Procedure. Vol. 1. (LexisNexis 2014).We wrote the chapters on SEARCH and SEIZURE, MOTIONS AND DISCOVERY, and EVIDENTIARY MATTERS GENERALLY.
Illinois Jurisprudence: Criminal Law and Procedure. Vol. 1. (LexisNexis 2014).
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WHY AM I GETTING POSTCARDS FROM LAWYERS? HOW DO I CHOOSE A GOOD ONE?
Once you are charged with DUI, some counties will sell the list of new DUI defendants to attorneys who request it. These attorneys often send postcards or letters offering services for a seemingly reasonable fee. While we cannot comment on … Continue reading
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WHAT IS LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IN ILLINOIS?
Let’s say you were distracted by some family problems, ran a stop sign and hit a car that was already in the intersection. You panicked and drove away. The officer somehow tracked you down, and now you are charged with … Continue reading
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WHAT IS LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING PROPERTY DAMAGE IN ILLINOIS?
You were speeding when someone in front of you slammed on their brakes, so that you rammed the back of their car. You panicked and took off. After taking a deep breath, you drove back to the scene, but you … Continue reading
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What is the Definition of “Driving” under Illinois DUI Law?
To be convicted of DUI, the state must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were 1) driving while 2) under the influence. But it may surprise you to know that sleeping in your car can fall under the definition … Continue reading
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First Time Illinois DUI Procedure and Common Questions
Getting arrest for DUI can feel humiliating and stressful. Knowing what happens next may help ease some of the anxiety: What is the procedure? Once you have been charged with DUI, you will be given a court date for your … Continue reading
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WHAT TO EXPECT FOR YOUR FIRST DUI APPEARANCE ON ZOOM COURT IN ILLINOIS
The COVID-19 pandemic has, at least for the time being, changed court procedures in the Skokie and Rolling Meadows courthouses, the Daley Center and elsewhere. Depending on your jurisdiction, most of your court appearances will take place on zoom. This … Continue reading
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WHAT IS AGGRAVATED DUI UNDER ILLINOIS LAW?
In Illinois, DUI is defined as driving or having actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or another drug. DUI can be upgraded to an aggravated offense, which increases the penalties, for the following reasons: … Continue reading
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ASSAULTING A POLICE OFFICER WHILE INTOXICATED IN ILLINOIS
The officer stopped you for DUI near your home. You tried to reason with him to let you go. When he didn’t, you drunkenly tried to hit him. You missed. But now you are charged with aggravated assault on top … Continue reading
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ACTING QUICKLY IS IMPORTANT IN OVERTURNING THE DUI SUMMARY SUSPENSION OF YOUR ILLINOIS DRIVER’S LICENSE
In Illinois, the Secretary of State automatically suspends your driver’s license on the 46th day after your arrest for DUI. To have any chance of beating that suspension, you must act quickly, because there are certain deadlines. Illinois law allows … Continue reading
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HOW YOUR BAR FIGHT CAN BECOME A FELONY IN ILLINOIS
You were out with friends at a bar. Some guy overheard something you said that he didn’t like. He came over and insulted you. You were not about to let that stand, so you punched him. You knew you lost … Continue reading
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