Prosecutions for offenses related to firearms and unlawful drugs and controlled substances have increased dramatically in recent years. According to some sources, the majority of prisoners in the federal prison system are incarcerated for drug-related offenses.

Prosecutors regard weapon and drug-related offenses as very serious matters. A conviction of a weapon or drug charge can lead to a lengthy prison sentence. In some cases the law requires mandatory minimum prison sentences. A mandatory minimum sentence means that the person charged with the crime, if found guilty, must go to jail and the judge cannot sentence them to probation or community service.

Prosecutors are under a great deal of political and social pressure to achieve convictions in the weapons arena.

If your constitutional rights were violated during a search or seizure, the resulting evidence may not be used in court to convict you. The Law Offices of Peter M. LaSorsa, P.C. will file proper motions to assert your rights in a manner so improperly seized evidence is excluded at trial. I am familiar with all of the constitutional rules regarding the seizure of evidence, and know how they apply in particular cases. I will not hesitate to challenge a prosecutor's attempt to introduce evidence seized in violation of your constitutional rights.

Attorney Peter LaSorsa represents individuals in Illinois and in particular the Peoria, Tazewell, Fulton and Woodford county areas regarding criminal matters related to Drugs and Weapons. 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.