Summer Driving Tips
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the most recent changes to Illinois Traffic Laws with focus on current law enforcement efforts.
Jul 08, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 23
LIBERTY and the LAW
Experience this series of lively discussions on constitutional law at the state and federal level as noteworthy cases are discussed.
Episodes
Expungement of Criminal Records, Including Possession of Cannabis
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr explains the general rules regarding the expungement of criminal violations. He also discusses the new Illinois bill, that when signed into law, will legalize the recreational use of marijuana and require automatic expungement of certain past minor offenses from official records.
Jun 10, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Recent Fourth Amendment Decision: Chalking Tires Violates Fourth Amendment
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the recent decision of Taylor v. Saginaw and the impact it may have on parking enforcement schemes.
May 13, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Dismissal of Criminal Charges – An Overview
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the ordinary and customary practices involving the dismissal of criminal charges.
Apr 01, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Recent Developments in Civil Asset Forfeiture
Defense attorney James Doerr discusses the rationale behind civil asset forfeiture laws, and their application in Illinois Criminal cases including discussion of recent U.S. Supreme Court case of Timbs v. Indiana.
Mar 13, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Statutes of Limitation in Illinois Criminal Cases
During this podcast, attorney James Doerr discusses the rationale behind statutes of limitation, and their application in Illinois Criminal cases.
Feb 11, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Juvenile Justice – A Discussion
This podcast, with defense attorney James R. Doerr, includes an overview of the Juvenile Justice System in Illinois.
Jan 14, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Factors to Consider During Criminal Sentencing
In this podcast, defense attorney James R. Doerr discusses factors considered during criminal sentencing hearings from a defense perspective.
Dec 10, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Fourth Amendment and Police Dogs
In this podcast, defense attorney James R. Doerr discusses the use of drug-sniffing dogs by police, permissible use during traffic stops under the Fourth Amendment, and issues with their use.
Nov 12, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 15
What is Meant by “Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?”
This podcast, with defense attorney James R. Doerr, focuses on the American and common law legal principle of burden of proof in criminal cases. We discuss the meaning of "proof beyond a reasonable doubt" in particular.
Oct 08, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 14
An Introduction to Plea Bargaining
This podcast, with defense attorney James R. Doerr, examines the use of plea agreements in Illinois. Discussion focuses on the use of plea bargains to avoid trial as well as the benefits and criticisms of these agreements.
Sep 10, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 13
The Exclusionary Rule and How it Applies to You
In this podcast with defense attorney James R. Doerr, the discussion centers around the Supreme Court decisions regarding the Exclusionary Rule, the legal reasons for the rule, and the application of the rule to real world criminal cases.
Aug 20, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Analysis: Supreme Court Decision of CARPENTER v. UNITED STATES
In this podcast, defense attorney James R. Doerr discusses the recent Supreme Court case Carpenter v. United States. Discussion centers on the Court’s determination of “whether the Government conducts a search under the Fourth Amendment when it accesses historical cell phone records that provide a comprehensive chronicle of the user’s past movements.”
Jul 09, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Analysis of SCOTUS Decision of COLLINS v. VIRGINIA
In this podcast, defense attorney James R. Doerr discusses the recent Supreme Court case Collins v. Virginia (2018). Discussion centers on the Court’s determination of whether the automobile exception of the Fourth Amendment applies to the warrantless search of a driveway of a private residence, or whether the area is constitutionally protected curtilage.
Jun 11, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Legally Protected Areas Concerning Children
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, focuses on criminal sanctions provided by the State of Illinois in order to protect children and child-related areas.
May 14, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The Sanctity of Our Homes: A Fourth Amendment Analysis
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, focuses on the application of the Fourth Amendment regarding home searches and warrantless arrests.
Apr 13, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Drug Recognition Experts and how they impact DUI cases
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, focuses on Drug Recognition Experts (DRE) from use by law enforcement in detecting and arresting the DUI motorist to courtroom testimony and defense strategy.
Mar 19, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Laws Regarding Child Safety in Motor Vehicles
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, focuses on Illinois statutes concerning the safety of minors in motor vehicles, including statutes regarding leaving an unattended child in a motor vehicle and child passenger restraint laws.
Feb 12, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Hospital Blood Draws in DUI and Related Cases
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, focuses on recent Illinois appellate cases concerning Fourth Amendment implications of warrantless, non-consensual hospital blood draws for chemical analysis.
Jan 15, 2018•16 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Use of Video Technology in Enforcement of Municipal Codes
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, focuses on frequently asked questions regarding video technology in the enforcement of local municipal code violations.
Dec 11, 2017•16 min•Season 1Ep. 3
DUI Roadblocks – A Discussion
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, focuses on frequently asked question regarding DUI Roadside Safety Checks. The podcast covers constitutional law decisions, police tactics, and defense strategies.
Nov 13, 2017•16 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Prosecuting Criminal Laws – On Whose Authority?
In this podcast, criminal defense attorney James Doerr focuses on the history, codification, and enforcement of criminal laws in Illinois.
Oct 09, 2017•15 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Snappy Answers to Common Traffic Questions
In this podcast, criminal defense attorney James Doerr answers frequently asked traffic questions. Topics covered range from petty traffic offenses to class A misdemeanor speeding violations.
Sep 11, 2017•16 min
Domestic Battery Charges – An Update
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, focuses on frequently asked question regarding domestic battery cases. We expound upon a prior podcast conversation.
Aug 14, 2017•15 min
Discovery in Criminal Cases
This podcast focuses on the Discovery process in criminal cases, the differences between types of cases and discovery permitted (misdemeanor vs. felony cases), and possible sanctions for discovery violation.
Jul 10, 2017•16 min
The Role of the Defense Attorney in the Criminal Justice System
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, focuses on the role the defense attorney plays in the criminal justice system.
Jun 12, 2017•16 min
What To Do When You’ve Missed A Court Date
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, focuses on how bonds are set in a criminal case and the general procedures followed when a defendant misses a court date.
May 08, 2017•16 min
Did You Know…?
This podcast features several little-known legal nuances that can detrimentally impact a person’s ability to drive. Topics include Scott’s Law, Fake ID’s, Aggravated Speeding and Felony DUI based on lack of insurance.
Apr 11, 2017•16 min
Jury Trials
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr answers common questions regarding jury trials, jury selection and trial strategy.
Mar 13, 2017•15 min
Domestic Battery - A Primer
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr answers some frequently asked questions about domestic battery cases. He discusses basic charges, protected parties, negotiations with prosecution, and trial strategy.
Feb 13, 2017•16 min
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