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When speaking of criminal law and defense strategies, there really is only one desired outcome; winning the case. Winning can come in many different forms, but winning is what we expect every time we take on a new case. After all, we are not in the business of losing, so we only take on cases that we believe we will win, and we usually do. Ask about our track record and referrals when you meet with us.

When you work with The MacNeil Firm Ltd. as your DUI defense attorney or criminal defense attorney for another charge, you’re working with a firm that has a track record that speaks for itself. We have the experience, the skill, and the courtroom savvy to take prosecutors down, and we do. The prosecution will not be getting any prizes or gifts from us in the form of witnesses or evidence because we will fight every element of their case from the get-go.

No matter if you come to us with a DUI charge, or another criminal charge, we’ll fight it. We know our stuff, and that’s why we are consistently rated at the top. We have a track record of success and a reputation as a criminal defense team that works hard the whole way through. We do what it takes and we win cases. Contact Us today for a free consultation.

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Credit Card Fraud Charge-Not Guilty

Gas station cashier charged with Theft and Fraud by Hammond Police Department in Lake County, Indiana. Defendant is accused of illegally obtaining credit card information from co-worker and made over $5,000.00 in charges to cards. Criminal defense attorney Donald N. MacNeil convinces judge to dismiss case based on lack of evidence and the Lake County prosecutor’s inability to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. All charges dismissed.

Reckless Driver-Not Guilty of 2nd DUI

Illinois Department of Transportation worker calls 911 about a possible drunk driver. A State police trooper dispatched to location. At trial, ISP trooper testifies that he observed swerving within lane, crossing lane lines, and violent lane change and that subject failed all field sobriety tests and placed under arrest. Defendant charged with his 2nd DUI offense. Under cross examination by our attorney, trooper admitted that he followed suspect driver for several miles before actually stopping him (119th Street to 147th Street). Further, trooper conceded that he could not recall the details of the field sobriety tests. He could only remember that Defendant failed. Defendant not guilty of all charges.

Firearms Seized-Case Dismissed

Twelve KMEG officers (Kankakee Metropolitan Enforcement Group) raid Defendant’s business to serve notice that his firearm owner’s identification card (FOID) had been revoked. KMEG officer had no search warrant but obtained Defendant’s consent to search his business and home. 35 guns are seized, along with thousands of rounds of ammunition. Our criminal lawyer filed a motion to suppress evidence alleging an illegal search and seizure. Motion to suppress granted. Prosecution forced to dismiss the case. All guns returned to Defendant over objection of prosecution.

2nd DUI with Open Alcohol-Not Guilty

Driver charged with his second offense of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). At trial, Calumet City police respond to a citizen 911 call of a possible drunk driver. Police observe defendant weave out of his lane and almost hit a marked squad car parked on the side of the road. Defendant stopped and asked to perform field sobriety tests. Police officer testifies that he observed Defendant to have bloodshot, glassy eyes, and slurred speech. On cross examination, officer admitted that he followed Defendant for over 4 blocks and observed no erratic driving. The officer also conceded that he did not know if there was any liquid in the beer can he saw in the vehicle. At the close of the State’s evidence, DUI attorney Donald N. MacNeil asked the judge to find in favor of the Defendant-not guilty of DUI and Unlawful Possession of Open Alcohol.

Aggravated Robbery-Not Guilty

Four men approach an uncle and nephew in Blue Island and steal a cell phone. The victims give chase and the perpetrators allegedly pulled out a handgun. My client is one of several young men charged with Aggravated Robbery. The other individuals charged in this matter pleaded guilty. At trial, under cross examination by criminal Defense attorney Donald N. MacNeil, both victims admitted that they could not identify Defendant as one of the robbers. Motion for Directed Finding granted, finding of Not Guilty.

DUI-Not Guilty

Defendant found by Markham police driving on the wrong side of the road at night without his headlights on. Defendant failed all field sobriety tests and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in Cook County, Illinois at Markham court. Illinois DUI lawyer impeached police officer’s testimony by demonstrating inconsistencies between his testimony and his police report. Not guilty of DUI.

Driver Failed Breath Test-Not Guilty of DUI

Driver stopped by Hazel Crest police for a traffic violation. Police suspect driver of drunk driving. Driver fails two field tests and takes a Breathalyzer which indicates a reading of .095. At trial, Illinois DUI attorney Donald N. MacNeil agrees to the admission of the breath test result. Under cross examination, officer is forced to concede that he failed to follow the proper procedures in giving breath test. Defendant acquitted of all charges.

1st DUI-License Reinstated & All Charges Dismissed

Driver charged by Lockport Police Department with first offense of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI) among other charges. Defendant refuses breath test (Breathalyzer) and standardized field sobriety tests. Joliet, Illinois DUI attorney Donald N. MacNeil filed a Petition to Rescind Statutory Summary Suspension in Will County at the Joliet court to avoid a license suspension. At hearing on Petition to Rescind Statutory Summary Suspension, Defendant calls bar owner to testify that Defendant was not drunk and only had one beer. Petition to Rescind was granted and full driving privileges were reinstated. On the date of trial Will County prosecutor dismisses all charges.

Class 2 Felony Reduced to Misdemeanor

Defendant charged with Burglary in Will County, Joliet, Illinois, a Class 2 Felony punishable by 3-7 year in the Department of Corrections. Defendant was dissatisfied with his original attorney and contacted Will County criminal attorney Donald N. MacNeil for a second opinion. After a review of the evidence and strong negotiations, the Will County State’s attorney agreed to reduce felony charges to misdemeanor. Defendant avoids lifetime felony conviction on his record.

Driver Passed Out in Car-Not Guilty

Lockport police find Defendant asleep in his vehicle in a tavern parking lot. According to officer, Defendant fails 2 field sobriety tests and is charged in Joliet, Illinois at the Will County court with his 2nd Drunk Driving arrest. At trial, under cross examination, when confronted with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) testing procedures, the officer admits that Defendant actually passed the One Leg Stand test. Finding of not guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol after bench trial in Will County courthouse.

Domestic Battery-Not Guilty

Defendant charged with domestic violence in Joliet, Illinois. Victim’s face is severely injured. Previous attorney suggested that Defendant plead guilty and accept the prosecutor’s offer of 180 days in jail. Will County criminal attorney Donald N. MacNeil consulted for second opinion. At trial, criminal lawyer MacNeil points out to judge that victim was highly intoxicated and that her injuries contradict her story. Judge agrees and finds Defendant not guilty of all charges.

Attempted Murder-Not Guilty

The client was charged in Markham court with Attempted First Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery with a Firearm against two separate victims. The Prosecutor claimed my client shot both men, severely injuring one and paralyzing the other. The paralyzed victim testified at trial from a gurney and will require around the clock care in a nursing home for the rest of his life. Illinois criminal defense lawyer Donald N. MacNeil asserted the affirmative defense of justifiable use of force (self-defense). At trial, the criminal attorney vigorously cross examined both victims. Both reluctantly admitted that it was not Defendant that shot first, but a third party. Not guilty of all charges.

2nd DUI-Not Guilty

Driver charged with his second DUI offense in Cook County, Illinois at the Markham court. He submits to breath test with a result over three times the legal limit of .08. Cook County DUI lawyer Donald N. MacNeil objected to the Breathalyzer based on improper foundation and Discovery violations. Breath test excluded from trial. Officer’s testimony severely impeached on cross examination. Not guilty of 2nd DUI.

Leaving The Scene Of An Accident And DUI–Not Guilty

My client was standing outside her car with a friend. Police approached and questioned her about being in an accident. My client denied being in an accident that morning and she said that the damage to her vehicle was from an accident about a year ago. At trial, the Cook County State’s Attorney attempted to introduce hearsay evidence about the accident. The judge sustained my objections and did not allow the testimony. At the close of the State’s case, I made a Motion for a Directed Finding. I pointed out that the evidence was beyond flimsy. The State had failed to produce any evidence of driving, failed to produce any evidence of actual physical control of the vehicle, and the only evidence of intoxication was odor of alcohol and bloodshot/glassy eyes. The judge agreed with my argument. Motion for a Directed Finding Granted. Not Guilty of all counts.

.210 Breathalyzer Suppressed-Not Guilty of DUI

Driver stopped by Phoenix police for speeding. Officer detects odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. According to the police report, Defendant fails all field sobriety tests and takes a breath test which shows a .210 blood alcohol content. At trial, Cook County, Illinois DUI lawyer Donald N. MacNeil succeeded in having the breath test excluded from trial because the officer was not properly certified to administer the test. The officer’s testimony was damaged further under cross examination when he gave inconsistent answers. Finding of not guilty after bench trial.

DUI-Not Guilty

While on routine patrol on Interstate 294 (I294), Illinois State police found a vehicle parked on the side of the highway. Upon investigation Illinois State trooper found a person in the driver’s seat passed out. ISP officer testified that Defendant had vomited on himself. On the trooper’s squad car video, Defendant had difficulty standing and looked extremely intoxicated. He also failed all field sobriety tests. Illinois Criminal lawyer Donald N. MacNeil argued the Cook County Prosecutor at the Bridgeview courthouse did not prove that Defendant was driving or in actual physical control of the car. No keys to vehicle were found in car or on Defendant. Petition to rescind statutory summary suspension granted, not guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol after bench trial.