Guilty Pleas in Illinois Circuit Courts
During this episode of Liberty and the Law, defense attorney James Doerr discusses various aspects of the consequences of guilty pleas in Illinois Circuit Courts.
Feb 21, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 56
LIBERTY and the LAW
Experience this series of lively discussions on constitutional law at the state and federal level as noteworthy cases are discussed.
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Thoughts About Jury Trials
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the legal twists and turns of jury trials and recent jury decisions that have made headlines.
Jan 10, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Recent Examples of Civil Asset Forfeiture
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses examples of civil asset forfeiture and policy decisions. Know your rights in this sometimes unjust procedure!
Dec 13, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Department of Justice’s New Policy Regarding Chokeholds & No-Knock Warrants
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the recent memo released by the Deputy Attorney General limiting the use of chokeholds, carotid restraints, and no-knock warrants.
Nov 17, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Keyword Search Warrants Raise Fourth Amendment Concerns
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr explores the increasing use of keyword internet searches and the possible consequences regarding search warrants and criminal investigations.
Oct 18, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Jury Selection Concepts and Issues
This podcast explores the process of jury selection in the United States and answers frequently asked questions.
Sep 13, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 50
What Happens When Law Enforcement Exceeds Their Authority?
This podcast explores some recent examples of law enforcement exceeding the scope of action authorized by judicial authorities.
Aug 16, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 49
A Case Discussion: Lange v. California
Lavelle Law defense attorney, James Doerr, continues his series of discussions of newly decided cases. In this episode, we discuss the recently published case of Lange v. California.
Jul 15, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Constitutional Classics - A Discussion of Landmark SCOTUS cases. Miranda v. AZ
A series of discussions of landmark Supreme Court decisions begins with this discussion. In this episode, we discuss the classic case of Miranda v. Arizona.
Jun 21, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Part II: An Introduction to Court Proceedings - Appeals
During this podcast, attorney James Doerr answers several basic questions about the legal system, particularly appellate law.
May 10, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 46
An Introduction to Court Proceedings
This podcast answers several basic questions about the legal system. Attorney James Doerr discusses the differences between civil suits and criminal cases, the various types of courts and how cases are assigned, and how cases work their way through the legal system.
Apr 12, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 45
A Case Discussion: People v. Patel, 2019 IL App. (2d.) 170766
This podcast with defense attorney James Doerr provides a discussion of the 2019 Illinois Supreme Court decision of People v. Patel involving discovery issues in DUI cases.
Mar 15, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 44
A Case Discussion: People v. White 2020 IL App (1st) 171814
This podcast with defense attorney James Doerr provides a discussion of the recent Illinois Supreme Court decision of People v. White. James discusses the 4th Amendment, Search and Seizure, Motion to Suppress Evidence, and other legal issues of this case.
Feb 08, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 43
A Case Discussion: People v. Kaczkowski 2020 IL 170764
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the recent Illinois Supreme Court decision of People v. Kaczkowski involving the Fourth Amendment and the Motion to Suppress.
Jan 11, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 42
A Case Discussion: People v. Demario Reed 2020 IL 124940
This podcast will provide a discussion of the recent Illinois Supreme Court decision of People v. Demario Reed 2020 IL 124940
Dec 18, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 41
A Case Discussion: People v. Rasheed Casler, 2020 IL 125117
In this podcast, Lavelle Law defense attorney James Doerr discusses the recent Illinois Supreme Court decision of People v. Rasheed Casler, 2020 IL 125117.
Nov 09, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Appellate Court Case Law Discussion – People v. Milan 2020 IL App (1st) 172181
This podcast will provide a discussion of the recent appellate case of People v. Milan, 2020 IL App (1st) 172181. Join defense attorney James Doerr, as he discusses this recent appellate court decision.
Oct 12, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Marbury v. Madison – a Discussion of SCOTUS Landmark Case and Judicial Review
This podcast, with attorney James Doerr, provides a discussion of the landmark Supreme Court decision of Marbury v. Madison (1803) which established the legal principle of judicial review.
Sep 21, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Terry Stops in Illinois
In this podcast, the panelists discuss the landmark decision of Terry v. Ohio, the 4th Amendment, and Stop and Frisk.
Aug 17, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Citizen’s Privacy Rights at the Border and Analysis of Alasaad v. McAleenan
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses government searches and citizen’s expectations of privacy at the border.
Jul 22, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Unique Circumstances in Arrests and Statements in Custodial Settings
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses arrests, custodial interrogations, Miranda rights, and polygraph examinations. He discuss how Courts determine when an arrest has occurred and whether a statement has been given voluntarily in a custodial setting.
Jun 22, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 34
An Update on How Local Circuit Courts Have Responded to the COVID-19 Coronavirus
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, provides a brief update as to how courts are dealing with the Coronavirus and what litigants can expect going forward. The discussion will include the use of video in criminal courts.
May 11, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 32
What Can I Expect With Recent Court Closures Due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus?
This podcast, with defense attorney James Doerr, provide a brief overview of how the courts are dealing with the COVID-19 coronavirus and what litigants can expect going forward.
Apr 13, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 31
What Happens When My Case Goes to Court?
This podcast, with Lavelle Law attorney James Doerr, provides a brief overview of the criminal justice system as a case progresses through the criminal justice system.
Feb 10, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Police-citizen Encounters: a Fourth Amendment Discussion of Recent Decisions
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses Fourth Amendment considerations in police-citizen encounters.
Jan 13, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 29
The Constitution in Our Daily Lives
The U.S. Constitution is the framework of our laws in the judicial system, which protects citizens of the United States. However, many people take their everyday freedoms for granted. Listen in as attorney James Doerr discusses overlooked ways in which the Constitution touches upon our daily lives.
Dec 16, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Legislative Updates for 2020
During this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses legislative updates and how they impact expungement for cannabis possession, privacy concerns, and much more.
Nov 11, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Intent in Criminal Law – From Common Law to Modern Legislation
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the concept of intent in criminal law including both modern usage and history.
Oct 21, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Legislation Update - Illinois Ban on Smoking in Cars while Minors are Present
In this podcast, defense attorney James Doerr discusses the new Illinois ban on smoking in automobiles while children are present.
Sep 09, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 25
The Exclusionary Rule – A Discussion
Listen to this podcast with defense attorney James Doerr, as he discusses the historical foundations of the exclusionary rule in American jurisprudence as well as legal opinions regarding the current use of the rule.
Aug 12, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 24
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