I live in cook county, where do I go to fill out the paperwork?

Cook County is the place where you live and where you should file your papers.

Technically, there is no limit. If the judge allows that, it could go for several years. At this point of time, your husband is in jail and cannot...

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Yes, if you punched somebody, you allegedly committed the offense of battery. In your case, probably, it will be a misdemeanor battery. Thus, you...

Can 2 dismissed misdemeanor arrests/charges affect a job offer?

Those charges were dismissed. That means that you were not guilty of anything. However, your arrest records could still show up. You should...

Can dcfs take my kids away when there is no proof of neglect or abuse?

Yes, DCFS can take your kids if they suspect that you abuse drugs. Drug abuse constitutes neglect. You need to do the test tomorrow ASAP.

If you have a lawyer already, it is a good idea to talk him or her. Your lawyer should explain to you why DCFS has not already placed your kids...

If a child is 17 and has sex with a 22 year old, can the 22 year old still get prosecuted and/or can the relationship be stoped?

If you are 17. 17 is the age of consent in Illinois. You can keep dating. There is no criminal offense here.

Additionally, you and your son should not talk to police or anybody about this case at all.

Both me and my husband are illegal immigrants and live in Chicago. How can we divorce?

Your immigration status does not matter. Illinois courts still have jurisdiction over you. You can divorce. You can try to do it yourself but it is...

Can an attorney who works part time for the local States Attorney's office represent a victim in a child custody battle ?

I do not see a conflict. If he had represented you, he could not have prosecuted you.