CASE RESULTS

Chicago criminal defense attorney Michael O’Meara handled a difficult situation for a man in Cook County when some very serious charges put his freedom in jeopardy. The man was apparently involved in an altercation and was accused of stabbing a person in the chest. This led to being charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and the unlawful use of a weapon. Things were looking bleak because if convicted, he’d almost assuredly be spending a long time in prison.

Fortunately, attorney O’Meara utilized his extensive experience navigating the Illinois criminal process and negotiated for a result that would preserve his client’s liberty. Through his tireless representation, attorney O’Meara discussed the case with the state and ultimately achieved a dismissal of the unlawful weapon charge and a significant reduction of the aggravated battery charge to a simple battery offense.

Without the aggravating factor, this client was able to participate in court supervision instead of a lengthy prison term. Furthermore, once he completed the court-ordered supervision, attorney O’Meara moved to have the charge expunged from the man’s permanent criminal record. Although the state objected to an expungement, attorney O’Meara prevailed and the simple battery offense was successfully removed. This was a truly exceptional result considering the circumstances, which may not have been obtainable with a less capable criminal defense attorney.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.