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Understanding Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm: Illinois Law and Penalties

Abdallah Law / May 1, 2023

The discharge of a firearm in a manner that endangers the safety of others is a serious offense in Illinois.

Abdallah Law / April 30, 2023

Under Illinois law, reckless discharge of a firearm requires proof that a person discharged a firearm recklessly and thereby endangered

Abdallah Law / April 2, 2023

The Unlawful Use of Weapons is a criminal offense in Illinois that involves the possession, sale, manufacture, or use of

Abdallah Law / April 1, 2020

Shooting someone in self-defense is a very serious situation. Although you can only shoot someone in self-defense if you’re in

Abdallah Law / February 21, 2020

Relative to other states, Illinois is known for its strict gun laws. To legally own a firearm, you must have

Abdallah Law / November 27, 2019

If you are an Illinois resident, you must have a valid Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) to legally possess guns

Abdallah Law / September 20, 2019

Illinois has some of the strictest firearm laws in the country. Despite this, however, it is not difficult for most

Abdallah Law / October 1, 2017

Lots of politicians and other public personalities claim that gun shows are a loophole in the legal process of buying,

Abdallah Law / September 25, 2017

A gun owner’s card in Chicago is officially called an owner’s identification (FOID) card. It is issued by the Illinois

Abdallah Law / June 30, 2017

Illinois and federal laws restrict citizens from carrying firearms in certain locations. It is important to understand these provisions in