A person charged with violating the Illinois Controlled Substances Act can be charged in a variety of ways. The charges may be based on a variety of substances (e.g. cocaine, cocaine base or "crack", heroin, LSD, Ecstasy, methamphetamine, etc.) and a variety of acts (possession of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver within 1,000 ft of a protected place such as a school, park, housing project, etc.).

The penalties for violating the Illinois Controlled Substances Act are as varied. In state court, they range from class 4 felonies to "triple super" class Xs. Some charges have probation as a possible sentence while other charges require a prison sentence.

Attorney Peter LaSorsa represents individuals in Illinois and in particular the Peoria, Tazewell, Fulton and Woodford county areas regarding criminal matters including careless and reckless driving. If you live in Peoria, Pekin, East Peoria, Washington, Morton, Bartonville, Mapleton, Hanna City, El Paso, Elmwood, Deer Creek, Farmington, Elmwood, Chillicothe, Bloomington, Dunlap, West Peoria, Peoria Heights, Mossville or Canton contact my office regarding your rights.

If you have been charged with drug charges anywhere in the State of Illinois, call attorney Peter Lasorsa immediately at 309-712-1145 or email to discuss your options.