FELONY

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Brendan W. Caver DCFS, Juvenile and Criminal Defense Attorney

FELONY DEFENSE ATTORNEY ROCKFORD

What Is A Felony?

Felonies are considered the most serious type of crime of which a person can be convicted. These sorts of charges should not be taken lightly as they can have very serious consequences on your life. Felonies typically involve crimes that are viewed as more serious in society such as murder, kidnapping, major theft, fraud and more. If you have been charged with a felony it is imperative you speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. They could mean the difference between a lengthy jail sentence or not.

Get Help With Your Felony Charge Today

If charged with any felony, you need a felony defense attorney in Rockford, IL. Even a minor felony offense may result in prison time. When looking for the right criminal defense lawyer near you you need to look for experience, understanding, and someone who gets Illinois laws. Having tried felony cases in State and federal courts, the Law Office of Brendan W. Caver DCFS, Juvenile and Criminal Defense Attorney will fight your case from every possible angle. Don't hesitate to contact us to discuss the circumstances of your felony conviction.

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Felony Defense Attorney in Rockford, IL

If charged with any felony, you need a felony defense attorney in Rockford, IL. Even a minor felony offense may result in prison time. Having tried felony cases in State and federal courts, the Law Office of Brendan W. Caver DCFS, Juvenile and Criminal Defense Attorney will fight your case from every possible angle.


Your choice of a felony trial attorney is one of the most important decisions you ever make. If you have been charged, call or text Brendan now to discuss the specific facts of your case. As an experienced felony trial attorney in nearby Rockford, IL, we’ll help you compile a defense that’s crucial in proving your innocence and keeping you out of prison.

Preserving Your Clean Record

Avoiding a conviction on a felony offense is paramount to keeping your record clean. Employers and the public can access these records anywhere in Illinois. Even if your charges are tamped down to lesser felonies, they still appear on your permanent record. Ordinary felony convictions remain on your criminal history and may not be expunged.

Our top priority—in addition to the acquittal of your charges—is to keep your record clean. We strive to help you carry on with your life, without the stain of a felony marking your record, marring your opportunity for employment.

Different Types of Felonies in Illinois

The state of Illinois has five classifications in which they break down felony charges, classes one through four and then class X. The severity of the crime determines which class it falls into with Class X being considered the most severe and class 4 the least. Within these Illinois criminal felony classifications are several types of crimes and these include:


Class X:

  • Murder
  • Armed Robbery
  • Aggravated Kidnapping
  • Aggravated Arson
  • Drug Manufacturing and Trafficking


Class 1:

  • Second-degree murder
  • Sexual assault
  • Burglary
  • Aggravated possession of a firearm
  • Major theft up to $100,000


Class 2:

  • Kidnapping
  • Robbery or burglary
  • Arson
  • Possession of a stolen firearm
  • Drug possession of certain quantities


Class 3:

  • Involuntary manslaughter
  • Forgery
  • Aggravated battery
  • Perjury
  • Sexual misconduct with a disabled individual
  • Fraud


Class 4:

  • Looting
  • Stalking
  • Sexual abuse
  • Trying to bribe a public servant
  • Filing a false police report
  • Tampering with public records


No matter what type of felony you may have been charged with you need someone on your side who understands Illinois state laws and who will defend your case, working for the best possible outcome.

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Penalties For A Felony Conviction

Because felonies are considered serious crimes by the judicial system, compared to misdemeanors, they have very serious consequences. If you are convicted of a felony in Illinois you can expect to pay fines of up to $25,000 and to be sentenced to jail time of at least a year or as long as up to 30 years behind bars in some cases. The severity of the sentence is directly determined by which type of felony you have committed and the circumstances surrounding the crime. It is incredibly important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney near you on your side to help you argue your circumstances and help you get the best possible outcome for your situation.


Not only are there legal penalties for being convicted of a felony, you can also expect negative consequences to affect your everyday life. These include:


  • Inability to find housing
  • Limited employment prospects
  • Job loss in some circumstances
  • Potentially losing your professional license
  • Prohibited from gun ownership
  • Ineligibility for government benefits


You need strategic defense when you have been charged with a felony from a qualified criminal attorney in your area so that you can continue on with your everyday life. One that will make sure your rights and interests are being protected and who will fight for you.

We Fight Felonies

Brendan has been serving the residents of Rockford, IL for over ten years and uses his experience in State and federal court to defend clients accused of committing all ranges of felony accusations. Whether you’re facing assault and battery charges, burglary and theft accusations or charges for any white-collar crime, Brendan will represent your innocence. Don't hesitate to contact our office today to set up your confidential case evaluation to discuss the circumstances surrounding your felony charges.

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