Client Facing 108 Years in Prison Has 17 Felony Charges Dismissed Thanks to Strategic Defense by Patel Law, P.C.

When someone is charged with a crime as serious as Class X Felony Distribution of Child Pornography, the consequences can be life-ending. In this recent case, our client faced 18 separate Class X charges — each carrying a mandatory minimum sentence of 6 years in prison. If convicted on all counts, he would have been sentenced to a minimum of 108 years without the possibility of probation.
But thanks to the strategic, aggressive defense by Attorney Baku N. Patel, that outcome never happened.

Understanding Class X Felonies in Illinois

Under Illinois law, Class X felonies are the most severe charges short of first-degree murder. They are non-probationable, and sentencing judges have limited discretion. A single conviction often results in 6 to 30 years in prison, and for sex offenses, there are additional registration requirements and long-term consequences.
When our client walked into Patel Law, he was terrified — and for good reason.

How Patel Law Fought the Charges

What made the difference? Experience. Preparation. Technical knowledge.

With over 30 years of experience handling complex criminal cases across Illinois, Mr. Patel understood how to dissect the State’s digital forensic evidence — the foundation of most sex crime prosecutions involving electronic data.

After a careful and detailed analysis of the forensic data, Mr. Patel identified critical flaws in how the evidence was gathered, analyzed, and interpreted. He used that information to undermine the credibility of the prosecution’s case.

As a result, 17 out of 18 felony counts were dismissed.

Final Outcome: A Drastically Reduced Sentence

After the dismissals, Mr. Patel appeared for a 3-hour sentencing hearing, advocating powerfully for a just outcome. The judge ultimately sentenced the client to 8 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, of which he will only serve 4 years due to good time credit.

Given that the client had been facing what would amount to a life sentence, this result was nothing short of extraordinary. He was overwhelmed with relief and gratitude for the outcome — and for having hired a defense attorney who knew exactly how to fight and win.

Why Choose Patel Law, P.C. for Criminal Defense in Illinois?

✅ 30+ years of courtroom and jury trial experience
✅ Recognized authority on Illinois sex crimes and Class X felonies
✅ Deep knowledge of forensic evidence and its use in court
✅ Hundreds of felony cases resolved with dismissals, reduced charges, or acquittals
✅ Trusted by clients in Urbana, Champaign, Danville, Decatur and across Central Illinois, 

Your Freedom Is on the Line — Don’t Wait

If you or a loved one is facing serious felony charges in Illinois, you need a legal team with experience, skill, and a record of results. Don’t take chances with your future.

📞 Call Patel Law, P.C. today at 217-384-1111 or
📨 Request a free consultation using our online form.
We don’t back down. We build strategic defenses that get results.