🚨 Intimidation in Illinois involves communicating a threat to commit a felony or cause harm to compel or prevent action, charged as a Class 3 felony under 720 ILCS 5/12-6 with 2-5 years in prison and fines up to $25,000. Aggravated intimidation escalates to Class 1 (4-15 years) if targeting public officials, witnesses, or using hate motivation. In 2025, these charges often arise from heated disputes, social media threats, or attempts to silence witnesses in Will County cases, leading to mandatory prison in aggravated scenarios, firearm bans, license revocation if a vehicle was used, and a felony record that destroys jobs, custody rights, and community standing forever. Defenses include proving no true threat (puffery or hyperbole), lack of intent, or free speech protections to seek reductions to disorderly conduct or dismissal! 💡 Facing intimidation or aggravated intimidation charges in Will County? The Law Office of Jack L. Zaremba, a former Will County prosecutor with over 20 years of experience, provides strategic defense to challenge threats, protect your rights, and achieve the best outcome in Joliet courts. Visit zarembalawoffice.com for a free consultation and silence the accusations today! #IntimidationIllinois #CriminalDefense #WillCountyAttorney #JolietLawyer #zarembalaw