You seem to be indicating your boyfriend was trying to make a lawful private vehicle sale but was incorrectly identified as a car thief. You also...

An "active bond" is a bail bond that is still in effect and has not been forfeited or canceled while the defendant is awaiting trial. The bond...

If you are being held or restricted by someone who has no legal authority over your right to move about freely, then you should notify the police....

In general, prison guards can legally use force on prisoners when it is necessary to maintain order, safety, and security within the institution....

If you would have difficulty hiring your own attorney, you could ask for help from the Illinois chapter of the ACLU or Illinois Legal Aid. Here is...

It sounds like someone crossed the line. Security guards — which could include retail managers — are legally allowed to physically intervene in...

If when you said you “filed a complaint,” I assume you mean a complaint with the Van Buren Police Department’s community relations department. If...

Your description of the situation lacks relevant details but you appear to be alleging “selective enforcement” by the police. It basically means...

A travel ban could be legal, depending on the crime for which he was convicted and conditions of probation or parole. If you’re dissatisfied with...

You need to consider getting a restraining order. It could ban the neighbors from terrorizing other residents, stalking you and bad-mouthing...