Michael J. Petro Proves Police Made Illegal Search
On May 21, 2003, Michael J. Petro, Chicago criminal defense attorney, successfully defended Derrick Hamlin in a Bridgeview, Illinois court house. Mr. Hamlin was charged with possession of a handgun by a felon.
After a hotly contested hearing, Judge Wasilewski suppressed evidence obtained by the Chicago Police Department during an illegal search of Mr. Hamlin and his residence.
After the case, Derrick Hamlin stated that he was "happy that the truth finally came out." With respect to Attorney Michael J. Petro's representation, Hamlin stated that "he fought hard and did his job."
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