State and Federal Criminal Defense

Whether you or a loved one need state and federal criminal defense services in Illinois or Indiana, our attorneys can help. Good people can get themselves into bad situations, but our experienced and compassionate legal team takes pride in protecting those people. We work tirelessly to protect your rights and your future, so you don’t have to pay for those mistakes for the rest of your life.

It’s vital to make sure that you have an experienced federal lawyer on your side to help you navigate the complex legal system. Contact our The MacNeil Firm today at (708) 218-0947 today to get a skilled legal team on your side. Our State and federal criminal defense attorneys are here to help you.

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Federal Criminal Defense Services

To avoid a lengthy prison sentence, you need to level the playing field by hiring your own aggressive federal criminal lawyer like those at The MacNeil Firm. Our federal criminal attorneys have the experience and tenacity you need when you are defending yourself against big government. We offer innovative defenses and solutions to your federal criminal charges. Our Criminal Defense attorney in Illinois is the best in the area.

It can feel overwhelming to face charges of this magnitude. You will have peace of mind when you choose the law firm that will aggressively represent your interests in court no matter the crime. The MacNeil Firm is a family of lawyers who will take the time to understand your side of the case before pursuing a legal strategy in court. Our State and federal criminal defense attorneys in Illinois are eager to defend you.

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Our criminal defense attorneys have experience defending clients charged in federal court with a variety of crimes. Some of our federal criminal defense services include:

Weapons charges
Drug conspiracy charges
Sex offenses
Child pornography charges
Solicitation of a minor
Internet offenses
Mortgage fraud
White collar crimes
Embezzlement charges
Fraud, and more!

State Criminal Defense Services

Hiring the right law firm to defend you in court makes all of the difference. The MacNeil Firm’s family of criminal defense attorneys has earned a reputation for aggressive criminal defense, individualized representation, and for taking a personal stake in the outcome of your case. Our Criminal Defense attorney in Illinois is highly experienced in this area of law.

We have experience with state-level cases that involve drug charges, battery, theft, burglary, weapons charges, as well as many other felonies and misdemeanors. Some of our additional services include:

Drug offenses
Domestic battery
Weapons charges
Burglary
Theft
Sex crimes
Murder
Juvenile law
Felony defense
Misdemeanor defense
Dog fighting
Juvenile law

Contact our state and federal criminal defense attorneys for a free consultation

Putting yourself in the best possible position for your case is simple. One thing that can make the process easier is retaining a state and federal criminal defense or DUI defense attorney as soon as possible. An attorney at that stage of the proceedings would prevent someone from potentially giving any incriminating statements to police. Having representation early on in a case can help your case, but most people tell me that it puts them at ease and relieves their anxiety.

We handle all types of federal criminal cases, including possession or distribution of narcotics, drugs, cannabis, guns, gun-running, transport of weapons, fraud cases, mortgage fraud, Medicaid fraud, and Medicare fraud. Do not delay in contacting our The MacNeil Firm today. Time is of the essence.

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Auto Theft Charges Dismissed

My client was charged with felony Auto Theft by Highland Police in Lake County Indiana. The evidence revealed that the vehicle was not stolen, but that the car dealership was attempting to use the police department to obtain leverage over my client because he was late on his payments. The case was set for trial, however shortly before the trial was scheduled to start, the prosecutor acquiesced to my arguments that the case was frivolous and dismissed all charges.

Aggravated Domestic Battery-Not Guilty

Female defendant was charged with felony aggravated domestic battery with a deadly weapon, and misdemeanor domestic battery. Allegedly she attacked her boyfriend with a knife causing wounds observed to be bleeding by Will County Sheriff officer responding to the 911 call. Under intense cross examination, alleged victim admitted that injuries might not have been cause by either of the two bloody knives recovered at the scene by police. Father of the victim testified that he didn’t observe any injuries. Not guilty of all charges after bench trial.

Drug Evidence Suppressed-Not Guilty of UUW

Defendant, a convicted felon, was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance, and Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon by Felon. Police were called to Defendant’s home for a domestic dispute. After a search of the house, cocaine, as well as a shotgun and a handgun were found. Attorney Donald N. MacNeil filed a Motion to suppress evidence alleging that the search was illegal because there was no probable cause. After a hearing, the judge granted the Motion to excluded drug evidence from trial, so the drug charge was dropped. At trial, the judge found the officer’s testimony to be questionable after a thorough cross examination. Not guilty after the bench trial.

Perjury Charges-Dismissed

Defendant charged by the Will County State’s Attorney’s office in Joliet, IL with perjury. It was alleged that Defendant perjured herself on the witness stand at the trial of a third party. Will County Criminal Lawyer Donald N. MacNeil filed a Motion to Dismiss, arguing that the charges must fail based on legal precedent. The Prosecutor was so convinced by Will County Criminal Attorney MacNeil’s argument, that he dismissed the charges before proceeding to hearing before the judge.

Touching of a Sexual Nature—Not Guilty

Defendant accused by 16 year old girl of fondling her over her clothes. Alleged improper touching occurred in a small house that had approximately 25 other party-goers inside. Cook County Defense Lawyer Donald N. MacNeil argued to the judge that evidence was lacking where none of the other people at the party showed up to testify, there were other opportunities when they were alone, not in a house full of people. The judge agreed-Finding: not guilty.

Attempted Murder-Not Guilty

Park Forest police charge Defendant with Attempted First Degree Murder, a class X felony requiring a mandatory 6 to 30 years in prison upon conviction. The testimony at trial is that Defendant got angry at his cousin while they were doing shots of tequila. The evidence showed that Defendant picked up the knife they were using to cut limes with and stabbed his cousin in the chest, causing a life threatening injury and several days in the hospital. Criminal lawyer Donald N. MacNeil obtained a not guilty verdict despite written statements by three witnesses indicating that the Defendant stabbed his cousin unprovoked.

Felony Fraud Reduced to Misdemeanor-Conviction Avoided

The client was charged with committing fraud selling computers and similar items on popular online auction site eBay. Frankfort police obtained a Search Warrant and raided Defendant’s home. Police seized several computers and related hardware. The Will County Prosecutor gave the names of over 100 witnesses who may testify at trial. The criminal attorney from the MacNeil Firm was able to negotiate a very favorable sentence. The felony fraud charges were amended to a single count of misdemeanor theft. He was sentenced to court supervision, which avoids a conviction on his record and is expugnable.

Murder Charge-Not Guilty

Defendant was charged in Cook County with First Degree Murder after being arrested by Richton Park Police Department. Witnesses at trial testified that Defendant was in a vehicle with two other people when he got into an argument. The witness testified that Defendant, who was sitting in the back seat of the car, shot the driver point blank in the back of the head. Illinois criminal defense attorney argued the affirmative defense of justifiable use of force (self-defense). Defendant found not guilty of first degree murder.

UUW Charge-Not Guilty

My client, who was a college student on full athletic scholarship, was charged by Chicago police with Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon (UUW). At trial the police officer testifies that he stopped vehicle for a minor traffic violation. When he approached the office testified that he observed driver drop magazine out of a handgun and put it in the glove compartment. Officer recovers weapon with one round in chamber and full magazine. Under cross examination, the police officer was unable to clarify how many total rounds of ammo recovered. Illinois criminal lawyer successfully argued that the officer’s credibility was damaged by inconsistencies with ammunition, as well as his location when he observed the weapon upon approach. After bench trial, not guilty of Aggravated UUW and avoids felony conviction.

Dog Fighting Charge-Not Guilty

My client was charged with 42 counts of Dog Fighting and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. Television reports indicated that Investigator Larry Draus raided Defendant’s property. Cook County Investigator Draus found 21 Pitt Bull dogs on the property. Also found was what the investigator described as dog fighting paraphernalia and equipment. At trial, Investigator Draus testified that he found a ginny, spring pole, medications, and a treadmill. Additionally, South Suburban Humane Society Investigator Phyllis Piunti testified that the dogs were extremely aggressive and in bad shape. Other prosecution witness contradicted this testimony under cross examination. Defendant was found not guilty of all felony Dog Fighting and cruelty charges.