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The Law Office of Purav Bhatt - Criminal Defense Attorney Chicago criminal defense law firm led by former Cook County prosecutor Purav Bhatt.

Representing clients in DUI, drug, gun, domestic violence, and federal cases with experienced, strategic defense. The Law Office of Purav Bhatt is a Chicago criminal defense law firm focused on representing individuals facing state and federal criminal charges. Led by former Cook County prosecutor Purav Bhatt, the firm provides experienced legal representation across Cook County and surrounding areas. Clients turn to the firm for defense in cases involving DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, theft, gun offenses, and other criminal matters. Each case is approached with careful review of the evidence, the circumstances of the arrest, and the procedures followed by law enforcement. Purav Bhatt’s background as a prosecutor provides insight into how criminal cases are built and pursued. That perspective helps identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and develop a structured defense strategy. The firm is committed to clear communication, responsiveness, and guiding clients through each step of the legal process.

10/20/2026

You received a federal target letter. You hired a lawyer, and your lawyer called the prosecutor named in the letter. Now you are waiting, and most people in that position assume the next thing that happens is an arrest. It doesn't have to be. The weeks after you respond to a target letter are often....

10/13/2026

Ma*****na is legal for both medical and recreational use in Illinois, and adults 21 and older can buy it from licensed dispensaries across the state. But Illinois law still places strict limits on

10/08/2026

If you or a loved one was recently arrested in Chicago or the surrounding Cook County areas, the first 48 hours are critical. Understanding the court process, detention hearings, and police interrogations can make a big impact on your legal strategy.

In this video, criminal defense attorney Purav Bhatt—founding partner of The Law Office of Purav Bhatt, P.C. and former prosecutor with nearly 20 years of experience handling state and federal criminal defense cases—breaks down exactly what happens immediately following an arrest in Illinois.

Key Topics Covered:

- Booking & Station Procedures: Why processing takes hours and what happens during police station holds.
- Notices to Appear vs. Detention Hearings: Why some misdemeanor or lower-level charges are released directly from the station.
- Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act: Understanding how the elimination of cash bail affects custody and detention hearings.
- Police Interrogations: Why anything said during booking follows the case all the way through trial.
- Recorded Jail Calls: Why jail line calls are transcribed and read in court by prosecutors.

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If you or a family member are facing criminal charges in Cook County, DuPage County, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, or Markham, serious legal representation is critical.

📞 Call 773-830-3711 to schedule a Defense Strategy Session.

🌐 Website: https://bhattchicagodefenselaw.com/

📍 Office Location: 1655 S Blue Island Ave #312, Chicago, IL 60608

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Federal Defense Attorney Services: https://bhattchicagodefenselaw.com/areas-of-law/federal-crimes/
Chicago Felony Defense Attorney: https://bhattchicagodefenselaw.com/areas-of-law/felony/
Cook County Defense Lawyer: https://bhattchicagodefenselaw.com/service-areas/cook-county/

10/06/2026

Wire fraud is a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 1343, and it is one of the most commonly filed charges in the federal system. If federal agents have contacted you, you have received a target letter or a grand jury subpoena, or you

09/29/2026

There is no cash bail in Illinois. While many expected this reform to make release simple, the new system under the Pretrial Fairness Act introduced a rigorous judicial process that can be much harder to navigate.

Former Prosecutor and Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney Purav Bhatt breaks down how pretrial release and detention hearings work in Illinois state courts:

• The Default Rule: Release is now the default starting point for defendants.

• Prosecutorial Petitions: Prosecutors must file a written petition to request detention.

• Detention-Eligible Offenses: Detention is strictly limited to specific charges, including serious violent offenses, s*x offenses, domestic violence, specific weapons charges, or high flight risk.

• The Three-Part Burden of Proof: To hold a defendant, the state must prove clear evidence, specific danger to an individual or community, and why conditions short of jail cannot mitigate risk.

• Alternative Conditions: How electronic monitoring, curfews, and check-ins win release hearings.

• Why Early Preparation Matters: Detention decisions occur in a 24- to 48-hour window. Having an experienced defense attorney prepare evidence regarding employment, residence, and community ties immediately is critical.

Facing Criminal Charges in Cook County or Chicago? Early representation is essential to protecting your rights and securing your release.

Call 773-791-9682 to Schedule a Defense Strategy Session.

The Law Office of Purav Bhatt, P.C.
1655 S Blue Island Ave #312, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: 773-791-9682
Website: https://bhattchicagodefenselaw.com/

09/29/2026

Many people use the words theft and burglary interchangeably, but under Illinois law they are two distinct criminal offenses, each with its own legal elements and its own penalties. If you have been charged with either one, understanding the

09/22/2026

Battery Is Not One Charge, and the Difference Can Mean Decades In Illinois, "battery" covers a wide range of conduct, from a shove in a bar to a shooting. That is why the same word can describe a misdemeanor that carries no

09/15/2026

Offenses are separated into two groups within the criminal justice system: felonies and misdemeanors. Under Illinois law, prosecutors weigh the facts of the case and the severity of the crime before deciding whether to file it as a misdemeanor or felony. When people search "felony vs misdemeanor,"

09/08/2026

Self-Defense Is a Legal Right in Illinois, But It Is Not a Free Pass You defended yourself. Maybe you defended your family. And now you are the one facing criminal charges, possibly aggravated battery or something even more serious. It feels backward, but

09/01/2026

Recreational Cannabis Is Legal in Illinois, But Possession Charges Have Not Disappeared What the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act Actually Allows Since January 1, 2020, Illinois has legalized recreational use of cannabis for adults 21 and older under the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. However, lega...

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