Good morning, My father is a tourist from Poland. He got a ticket for diving without valid IL driver’s license.

You can file a motion to advance the case to the next available date for whatever police jurisdiction gave him the ticket and then try to get it...

Can a States Attorney keep getting a continuance bc they cant find the "victim"

File a speedy trial demand and demand trial. Then the State needs to either deal with the case or dismiss it. You should hire an attorney to assist...

If my original custody paperwork was done in one county, if my ex moved and filed in a new county will it be done there?

McHenry County should retain jurisdiction and since they are neighboring counties if you object to removal it is likely that the file will stay...

You can appeal within 30 days. You can also file a motion to reconsider. You will need an attorney to assist you to have any real chance at...

What happens to jurisdiction when the divorce takes place in an Illinois County Court, but the Petitioner moved to Colorado?

Once you and the children move to Wisconsin I recommend you record the divorce there. You will need to get your ex served so he is made aware of...

How long prosecutor can add change or amended charges in Mesdminer case

Charges can be amended or added until the first witness is sworn at a bench trial or the jury has been sworn in at a jury trial. If the specific...

What could you say/ do to help yourself when a judge is deciding what will happen?

Talk strategy with your attorney. Different Judges respond to different tactics. Your attorney is the one ally you want to work through these...

Is there a way for a "career criminal" to get a reduced sentence or alternative sentencing if he wants to get drug treatment?

There are some available specialized probation programs for those seeking treatment. He should talk to his attorney about any and all options. TASC...

Received a speeding ticket and liscence taken. Court date in a month. In the meantime visa expired. What to do or expect?

I have never seen ICE follow traffic court tickets. I would hire an attorney to challenge the ticket and to calm your fears. Tell your immigration...

My bike was in my friend's garage and she gave it away.

You could file a small claims case for the cost of the bike. The other attorneys are right that filing suit is expensive, long and painful. You can...