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Weapons Charges

Weapons Lawyer-Defending UUW Charges and Weapons Cases

The gun laws throughout the country and in Illinois are constantly changing. A few years ago, the Federal Court of Appeals in Chicago ruled that the Illinois Unlawful Use of Weapon (UUW) statute was unconstitutional. Shortly after that, the Illinois Supreme Court agreed and struck a portion of the Illinois Unlawful Use of Weapon (UUW) law. Immediately after that decision, legal challenges started popping up all over the State of Illinois with challenges to the Illinois gun law. Because of the high rates of gun violence in Chicago, Illinois has some of the strictest gun laws in the country. In response to these Court decisions, the Illinois legislature changed the gun laws and added new gun laws to deal with the Court rulings. Illinois finally adopted a Conceal and Carry law which allows people to legally carry guns in public. Immediately after those Court decisions, UUW lawyer, James Dimeas, was able to bring back into court old cases of defendants that had been convicted of Class 4 UUW under the old law. UUW attorney, James Dimeas, was able to have many of those charges overturned and vacated.

The new gun laws and the constantly changing legal opinions from reviewing Courts require that you hire the services of a UUW attorney, like James Dimeas, that has the experience and the understanding of how to handle weapons cases in Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, and Lake County. If you are being charged with the following weapons charges, you will need the services of an experienced UUW lawyer, like James Dimeas, who knows what he is doing:

Possession of Firearm Lawyer 

Politicians and police officers are under pressure to crack down on guns. Gun cases are some of the most common criminal cases in Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, and Lake County. Police officers are under constant pressure to recover and remove guns from the street. In their zeal to make a gun arrest sometimes police cut corners and violate constitutional rights of innocent defendants just so they can make an arrest for a gun case. UUW  lawyer, James Dimeas, is highly skilled and experienced in getting cases dismissed because of police misconduct and violation of constitutional rights. James Dimeas is a UUW attorney who is also a strong believer in the 2nd Amendment and will fight to protect your rights.

The gun laws in Illinois are constantly changing. If you have a Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) you can have a firearm in your home but you cannot carry it in public. Recently, Illinois enacted a Conceal and Carry law. This law allows you to carry a gun in public as long as you have a legal Conceal and Carry permit. However, if you have a gun in your vehicle, or on your person, and you do not have a Conceal and Carry license, you can be arrested and charged with a UUW.  If you do not have a valid FOID card and you are caught with a loaded firearm in public you might not be eligible for probation. Since the gun laws in Illinois have become complicated and continue to change, you need a lawyer who understands the current laws and keeps current with all the changing laws and the court opinions which continue to interpret these new laws.

Free and Confidential Consultation with an Experienced UUW Lawyer for Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, and Lake County UUW and Gun Cases

The gun laws in Illinois are constantly changing. If you have a Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) you can have a firearm in your home but you cannot carry it in public. Recently, Illinois enacted a Conceal and Carry law. This law allows you to carry a gun in public as long as you have a legal Conceal and Carry permit. However, if you have a gun in your vehicle or on your person, and you do not have a Conceal and Carry Permit you can be arrested and charged with a UUW. If you do not have a valid FOID card and you are caught with a loaded firearm in public you might not be eligible for probation. Since the gun laws in Illinois have become complicated and continue to change, you need a lawyer who understands the current laws and keeps current with all the changing laws and the court opinions which continue to interpret these new laws. UUW attorney, James Dimeas, is one of the leading UUW lawyers in Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, and Lake County. His opinion about gun cases is frequently sought out by other criminal defense lawyers in the area. James Dimeas has been challenging the Illinois gun laws for many years by filing motions to dismiss gun cases for violating the 2nd Amendment. James Dimeas has the experience and the knowledge to have your gun case dismissed and your record free from a criminal conviction.  

Award-Winning UUW Lawyer to Defend Your Weapons Case

James Dimeas is a nationally recognized, award-winning UUW lawyer. Attorney and Practice Magazine gave James Dimeas the "Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney Award for Illinois,"and the "Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney" award. The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys gave James Dimeas the "Top 10 Attorney Award for the State of Illinois."Recently, The American Society of Legal Advocates named James Dimeas a "2018, 2019, and 2020 Top 100 Lawyer." Expertise named James Dimeas a "Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Chicago." James Dimeas was named a "Best DUI Attorney." The National Trial Lawyers recognized James Dimeas as a "Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer." The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys named James Dimeas a "10 Best Attorney for Client Satisfaction." AVVO rates James Dimeas as "Superb", 10 out of 10, the highest rating possible for any UUW lawyer in the United States.

For a free and confidential consultation about your UUW and gun case in Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County or Lake County, you can always contact James Dimeas for a free and confidential consultation. Chicago UUW criminal attorney, James Dimeas, is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to discuss your UUW case.  You can always speak to Mr. Dimeas personally by calling 847-807-7405.

Client Reviews
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I got into an argument with my ex-boyfriend. One thing led to another and when he came close to me I pushed him away. He called the police and when I spoke to the police I told them that I pushed him without realizing that you don't have to hit someone to be charged with a Domestic Battery. Being arrested was terrifying. I spoke to several attorneys who promised they would win the case and were charging a ridiculous amount of money. A friend referred me to James Dimeas. He was straightforward and honest with me and charged me a very reasonable and affordable fee. He got me into the Kane County Deferred Prosecution Program. I successfully completed the program and I just received paperwork in the mail that the case has been expunged and completely removed from my record. I highly recommend Jim Dimeas. He is an honest and straightforward lawyer that will look out for your best interests. E.A.
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Had a DUI and hired a lawyer who lived in my building that I knew for years and trusted. Thought he was my friend. Paid him (more than I should have) and he handled my case for almost a year and totally screwed it up. I fired him and found out that he had given up his law license around the time I hired him. A friend recommended James to me and he took over my case and handled it the way it should have been handled from the beginning. I cannot stress how HIGHLY I recommend James Dimeas. I wish I would have hired him from day one. He answered all my calls and text messages and cleaned up a royal mess that had been created by the previous guy that I thought was a lawyer. I consider James to be a friend and recommend him to all of my friends. What a great lawyer and an even better guy! J.P.
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I had been accused of doing something, by my then wife, that I did not do. I was 100% innocent and was at the lowest point in my life. My mother told me to call James Dimeas. Her friend recommended him to her. James fought for me in court and refused to back down, even when the prosecution offered to lower the charges and make me plead guilty. I refused to plead guilty to something I did not do. The case went to trial and James won my case. I was found not guilty because I was NOT GUILTY. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JAMES DIMEAS! Not only is he a great lawyer, but he is also a great human being. The truth shall set you free! C.D.
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James Dimeas is a great lawyer who knows what he is doing and will guide you through every step of the process. He will go above and beyond what he needs to do to help you out. Sometimes I would text him in the evening or the weekend with a question and he would always respond. Really made me feel like he cared about me. When we went to court he tore apart the girl that was making false allegations against me and he won my case. That was one of the greatest day of my life. If you need legal help, the only lawyer should call is James Dimeas. Highly recommended! E.L.
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I am so lucky to have stumbled upon this great attorney. I made a really stupid mistake at the worst time. I needed to get a case dismissed within 2 or 3 weeks so I could join the military. I could not leave for Basic Training until the case was dismissed and Jim made some calls and got the case dismissed. What a great guy. I’m so lucky I found him online and called him! Somebody was looking out for me. J.S.