What types of jobs in general would eliminate someone with a Class A battery misdemeanor from getting hired or retaining a job?

Speak to an attorney about the exact charge and the "disposition" of the case. You may be able to "seal" a conviction if the offense is not...

My boyfriend was arrested for domestic violence (not too severe of a case), can I drop all charges? If so how?

At this point, it is out of your hands. The State's attorney will have the discretion to follow through with the charges or not. If you have...

Is it normal to have witnesses at a status hearing for change of custody?

It is hard to advise you without knowing the exact specifics of your case. You have provided limited information. I am not aware of a "status...

Can I get primary custody back or full custody of my son?

You can file a Petition to Modify Custody, but without seeing your Custody Order it is hard to advise on your specific situation. A contested...

My future husband wants to adopt my son

Your fiance can adopt your son if the biological father consents or if he fails to object after being served with sufficient notice. You should...

Lawsuit

With the limited information posted, all I can say is that the case was dismissed voluntarily which means the parties agreed to stop the...

CS order is as follows will I be awarded back support? I changed the names to protect.

Without reviewing your initial Child Support Order, all subsequent orders and evaluating the entire case as a whole, it is hard to give you a...

How to submit an answer to a summons.

You must file an "Appearance" within the time stated on the Summons. This is a one page form that is available at the Clerk of the Courts office...

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Do judges remove children from marital residence during divorce process?

There are many factors that will be considered to determine custody, child support and visitation. If the children have been in your possession for...

Can a class D felony be removed after 7 years in IL

Since you had probabtion, this was likely considered a "conviction." Depending on the exact charge and the exact "disposition" you may be able to...