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Criminal Defense in Lombard

McMahon Law Offices defends residents and visitors facing criminal charges in Lombard. The village sits entirely within DuPage County, meaning all felony and misdemeanor cases arising here are prosecuted by the DuPage County State's Attorney and heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court in Wheaton — a courthouse our attorneys have practiced in exclusively for over two decades.

We handle every category of criminal charge filed in DuPage County:

• DUI Defense — First offense, aggravated DUI, felony DUI, breathalyzer refusal, statutory summary suspension hearings, and driver's license reinstatement
• Drug Crimes — Possession, possession with intent to deliver, delivery of a controlled substance, trafficking, and cannabis charges
• Domestic Violence — Domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery, violation of orders of protection, and criminal stalking
• Violent Crimes — Assault, aggravated battery, armed robbery, home invasion, and attempted murder
• Property Crimes — Retail theft, burglary, residential burglary, criminal trespass, and criminal damage to property
• Sex Crimes — Criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual abuse, predatory criminal sexual assault, and sex offender registration matters
• Weapon Crimes — Unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated UUW, FOID card violations, and illegal firearm possession
• Traffic Violations — Reckless driving, driving on a suspended or revoked license, leaving the scene of an accident, and street racing
• White Collar Crimes — Fraud, theft by deception, identity theft, embezzlement, and money laundering

Your Lombard Defense Team

Every Lombard criminal case handled by McMahon Law Offices benefits from two perspectives that no other DuPage County firm can offer. One attorney spent years prosecuting cases at the Wheaton courthouse as a DuPage County Assistant State's Attorney. The other decided them from the bench as a Circuit Judge. That combination gives every Lombard client a defense strategy built on a complete understanding of both sides of the criminal process at the 18th Judicial Circuit.

Founding Attorney

Michael F. McMahon

Former DuPage County Assistant State's Attorney with 20+ years of criminal defense experience in the 18th Judicial Circuit. Knows how DuPage County prosecutors build cases against Lombard defendants because he built them himself.

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Of Counsel

Judge Cary B. Pierce (Ret.)

Retired Circuit Judge of the 18th Judicial Circuit, DuPage County. Judge Pierce sat on the bench at the Wheaton courthouse and knows every judge currently serving there personally. His insight into how DuPage County judges evaluate motions, weigh evidence, and respond to defense arguments shapes every Lombard case strategy from the start.

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About Lombard

Lombard is a village of approximately 43,000 residents in DuPage County, located roughly 20 miles west of downtown Chicago. It borders Elmhurst to the east, Glen Ellyn to the west, Villa Park to the south, and Addison to the north. Lombard is well known for its annual Lilac Time festival, Lilacia Park, and a dense commercial corridor along Route 53 and Butterfield Road.

The village sits entirely within DuPage County. All felony and misdemeanor criminal cases arising in Lombard are prosecuted by the DuPage County State's Attorney and heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court in Wheaton. Lombard is served by the Lombard Police Department and, on I-355 which runs along the western edge of the village, by the Illinois State Police.

Lombard's location at the intersection of several major commercial corridors — Butterfield Road, Roosevelt Road, and Route 53 — makes it one of the higher-volume enforcement zones for traffic-related charges in the mid-DuPage County area. Its large residential population and active bar and restaurant district along Main Street and St. Charles Road also contribute to a consistent volume of DUI, domestic battery, and disorderly conduct arrests.

Where Arrests Typically Occur in Lombard

Lombard's mix of dense residential neighborhoods, major commercial corridors, and proximity to I-355 produces a specific and consistent arrest profile.

Main Street and Downtown Lombard

The downtown corridor along Main Street and the surrounding blocks generates DUI stops, disorderly conduct arrests, and domestic battery calls, particularly on weekend nights. The Lombard Police Department maintains active patrol in the downtown area and along the primary routes leading out of the bar and restaurant district. DUI stops on Main Street, St. Charles Road, and Westmore-Meyers Road after bar closing hours are among the most common charges our clients face from the Lombard area.

Butterfield Road and Roosevelt Road

Butterfield Road and Roosevelt Road are two of Lombard's primary commercial corridors and consistent enforcement zones for DUI stops, suspended license enforcement, and traffic-related charges. Both roads carry heavy commuter traffic and are patrolled regularly by Lombard PD. Late-night stops on these corridors after bar hours generate a steady volume of DUI arrests that end up at the Wheaton courthouse.

I-355 — Veterans Memorial Tollway

I-355 runs along Lombard's western edge and is patrolled by the Illinois State Police. Traffic stops on I-355 regularly result in DUI arrests, drug discoveries during vehicle searches, and weapon charges. If your arrest occurred on I-355, the arresting agency is ISP rather than Lombard PD, which affects how the stop was documented and what body camera or dashcam footage may be available in your case.

Yorktown Center and Retail Corridor

Yorktown Center and the surrounding retail district along Butterfield Road generate retail theft arrests throughout the year. As with other large shopping centers in DuPage County, retail theft charges can rise to the felony level depending on the value of merchandise involved. Illinois law sets the felony threshold at $500, and multiple items or manufacturer suggested retail pricing can push an incident over that line quickly.

Residential Neighborhoods

Domestic battery and order of protection violations account for a significant share of arrests in Lombard's residential neighborhoods. These charges carry mandatory no-contact orders that take immediate effect upon arrest, often removing the accused from their home before any court proceeding. Acting quickly with an attorney to address bond conditions is critical in these cases.

Where Lombard Criminal Cases Are Heard

All criminal charges arising in Lombard are filed in the DuPage County Circuit Court — the 18th Judicial Circuit — in Wheaton. McMahon Law Offices has practiced at this courthouse exclusively for over two decades.

DuPage County Circuit Court

• Address: 505 N. County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187
• Phone: (630) 407-8700
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Circuit: 18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois
• Prosecuting Office: DuPage County State's Attorney's Office
• Distance from Lombard: Approximately 8 miles west via Roosevelt Road or I-355 to Route 38

Bond court convenes the morning following arrest. If you or a family member was arrested in Lombard overnight, the first court appearance is typically the following morning in Wheaton. Having an attorney present at bond court can significantly affect the conditions of release, including the bond amount and any no-contact or travel restrictions imposed by the judge.

Law Enforcement in Lombard

Criminal arrests in Lombard are made primarily by the Lombard Police Department. The Illinois State Police patrol I-355 along the village's western edge and are a common arresting agency for DUI and traffic-related charges on that corridor. Knowing which agency made the arrest matters because each documents incidents differently, affecting the evidence your attorney will review and the defense strategy available to you.

Lombard Police Department

• Address: 255 E. Wilson Ave, Lombard, IL 60148
• Non-Emergency: (630) 627-1166
• Jurisdiction: Village of Lombard

Illinois State Police — District 5

• Address: 1011 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
• Phone: (847) 294-4400
• Patrols: I-355 (Veterans Memorial Tollway) and state routes through DuPage County

Frequently Asked Questions

My arrest happened in Lombard but my court date is in Wheaton. Is that right?

Yes. Lombard sits entirely within DuPage County, so all felony and misdemeanor cases are heard at the DuPage County Circuit Court at 505 N. County Farm Rd in Wheaton. Lombard has no criminal courthouse of its own. The drive from Lombard to Wheaton is approximately 8 miles west via Roosevelt Road or Route 38.

I was stopped on I-355 in Lombard by the State Police. Does that affect my case?

It can. ISP stops on I-355 are documented under specific procedures that differ from Lombard PD municipal traffic stops. The legal standards for reasonable suspicion, field sobriety testing, and vehicle searches on a tollway may affect the defense strategy for a DUI or drug charge arising from that stop. Your attorney will review the ISP arrest report, dashcam footage, and breathalyzer records to evaluate whether the stop and any search were legally sound. A successful suppression motion can result in evidence being excluded and charges being reduced or dismissed.

I was arrested for retail theft at Yorktown Center. Is that a felony?

It depends on the value of the merchandise. Under Illinois law, retail theft of merchandise valued under $500 is a Class A misdemeanor. Theft of $500 or more is a Class 3 felony. Retailers at Yorktown Center often aggregate the value of multiple items or use manufacturer suggested retail prices when reporting theft, which can push a charge over the felony threshold even when the actual value seems lower. Do not assume your charge is a misdemeanor without having an attorney review the specific allegations. Contact us for a free case review.

What happens to my driver's license after a DUI arrest in Lombard?

An Illinois DUI arrest triggers an automatic statutory summary suspension if you refused the breathalyzer or tested at or above the legal limit. The suspension takes effect 46 days after arrest and is entirely separate from any criminal penalties. You have the right to petition the court to rescind the suspension, but that petition must be filed promptly. Contact us immediately after a DUI arrest to preserve this option.