In what is becoming one of our favorite features each month, our friend Samuel Partida, Jr. at IllinoisCaseLaw.com has posted his August 2015 update of criminal cases published in Illinois. Mr. Partida has created an excellent blog, and we honestly could not be more appreciative of the hard work he has put into his website.  We consistently find ourselves turning to his collection of podcasts, cases, and articles to help us keep updated with the latest trends in Illinois criminal law.  If you have never been to Mr. Partida’s website, follow this link and go there today.  With that said, as usual, this month’s list provides easily-digestible synopses of each ruling and links to the full opinions, includes cases about DUI, search & seizure, murder, and more.  This monthly case list is not only a helpful tool for practitioners, but a great way for anyone to keep apprised of the status of criminal laws in Illinois.  Knowing your rights is one of the best ways to protect yourself from violations of those rights, and maintaining an understanding of the status of criminal laws if a great way to keep apprised of your rights.  As always, if you should find yourself under arrest or under investigation, whether the cases from this month’s list apply to you or not, contact LauraLaw immediately for a free consultation.