It very well could or it could result in a longer period of incarceration. It entirely depends on the facts of the particular case. If the...

What is the best deal that is available for my charge of att. burglary...

It would all depend upon your background and the facts of the case.

Substitute service is sufficient. As to whether this would qualify you should contact a local attorney. In Illinois, this would be suffice for...

You should contact an attorney. To answer your main question. The police cannot force you to talk to them that being said you may be served with...

In the state of Illinois, how does one go about vacating an plenary OP? How does one file to change a court ordered no contact?

You should contact the State's Attorney ultimately though it would be up to the court. But before you do you should talk to a local women's abuse...

Does he needs a lawyer?

He should contact an attorney. At the very least he should consider filing a police report if he is being falsely accused. If this is a co-worker...

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During closing argument, the state attorney commented, He'll do it again..

You would need to file a motion for a new trial. However, do not attempt to do this alone. Not only is there a strict timeline for filing the...

I completely agree with the two distinguished attorneys that posted prior. As the saying goes, you can't run from the law. This is going to catch...

17 y/o drunk driver twice legal limit totaled my parked vehicle as well as hers. Had opened Vodka in vehicle too.

What charges the prosecution wanted to proceed on is within their sole discretion. She actually was sentenced according to DUI laws so it...

Who determines the punishment in a criminal conviction?

Ultimately it is the judge. Minimum and maximum sentence are just that a floor and a ceiling of the sentencing range.