Retail Theft (Felony)

People v D.K. Charges: Retail Theft (Felony) 720 ILCS 5/16-25 Outcome: CASE DISMISSED Description: D.K., a professional woman and immigrant, was arrested and charged with felony retail theft. Through lengthy negotiations with the prosecutor’s office, Mr. Bhatt was able to secure a dismissal of all charges against D.K. thereby ensuring that she would not receive a felony […]

People v D.K.
Charges: Retail Theft (Felony) 720 ILCS 5/16-25

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: D.K., a professional woman and immigrant, was arrested and charged with felony retail theft. Through lengthy negotiations with the prosecutor’s office, Mr. Bhatt was able to secure a dismissal of all charges against D.K. thereby ensuring that she would not receive a felony conviction, not lose her job and would not be potentially deported back to her country.