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What punishment can I expect to receive at my Sentencing?

Hello. Of course the most serious of the charges is the aggravated battery to a police officer which is a felony. Even though this is your first offense, there is always the possibility that you could receive jail time rather than probation. From your posting I cannot determine whether you waived a pre sentence investigation. Assuming that the State's Attorney did not introduce evidence of an injury to the police officer, there is a good chance that you will be sentenced to probation....

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Can I request sole legal custody if my kids' father is sentenced to prison for 5 years?

Hello. Yes, under these circumstances you should immediately seek sole custody. Once your ex husband is released, he will be required to register as a sex offender, based upon the information that you have provided. As a sex offender, he may not be allowed visitation with your children for some time, or any visitation will be very restricted. You should hire an attorney and proceed accordingly. In Illinois, courts are required to make decisions based upon what is in the best interest of...

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How long can a custodial parent leave a child with the non-custodial parent without disclosing their location or contact info?

Hello. Any decision by the court will be based upon what it considers to be in the best interest of your grandson. The order establishing custody may have language that suggests a reasonable time for mom to return, however if it does not, your son should seek an attorney to discuss the pros and cons of moving forward with a motion for change of physical custody. If there is a warrant for mom, moving sooner than later may be the best option.

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Petition for adjudication of wardship what does it mean? And how can I fight it? Is it a very serious crime, carcelation?

Hello. Because your son is a minor, his case will be assigned to juvenile court. He could be placed on juvenile probation, until he reaches the age of majority. The Cook County Juvenile Court has a very heavy volume and you certainly should get this matter resolved as quickly as possible because this could interfere with his school attendance. A minor can be sentenced to confinement at a juvenile detention center until the age of majority, depending upon the seriousness of the offence....

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Could I still get sole custody?

Hello. In Illinois the law requires courts to consider what is in the best interest of children in custody cases. From your facts, the third degree assault case against your ex appears to have happened after your apparent agreed order as to visitation and custody. It could be argued that this recent development constitutes a change in circumstances. I do believe that a judge will consider the fact that charges were brought against your ex even though he was never prosecuted. In my opinion,...

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Unintentional shoplifing charges by carsons at linconlwood mall

Hello. This is unfortunate and i can understand that you feel the store should have dropped the matter. From your account it appears that the security guard is determined to go forward with the case. Of course you are your wife's best witness. Your wife will need an attorney. On the first court date her attorney will make a request for discovery which makes reference to any and all documentation, security footage and photos that the prosecutor's office intends to use should the case go to...

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Ex wife not returning my personal military items

Hello. From your post it appears that you obtained your divorce by default because your wife did not appear in court. Your divorce judgment may say that all other issues are reserved. Technically this means that the court can consider other issues later where a divorce was granted without the absent party being present. If that is the case, it will be necessary to file a motion to request that the court consider the division of marital and non-marital property. This is very technical and...

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My landlord is in a Lis Pendens forclosure,currently moved to out of the U.S. does this mean he will lose the building?

Hello. I strongly suggests that you contact a lawyer. Contact one of the Bar Associations in the Chicago area for information on organizations that provide legal assistance to those with limited incomes. If you have a lease, you may want to review it, or have an attorney review it to determine whether the terms of the lease have been breached. This is a very serious matter, especially since you are being told to pay someone other than the original landlord. Again, my best advice is to see...

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My husband has been cheating on me since March off and on. He just went back to her. Can I file for alienation of affection?

Hello. Based upon the facts presented here, you may have a case. However, an attorney will want to make a thorough investigation of the facts, prior to filing a lawsuit on your behalf. One issue that is apparent, based upon the facts provided, is whether your husband initiated the affair with the other woman.

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Is it possible for my daughter to get out of serving time?

Hello. I can understand your concerns. At this stage it is too early to say what your daughter's defense attorney will be up against in terms of evidence that the prosecutor my use at trial, assuming the case even goes to trial. First of all, if your daughter does not have an attorney, she needs to hire one right away. Once an attorney is hired, your daughter should immediately take steps to obtain all of her medical records, including records concering her attempted suicide. These records...

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