Can I report sexual assault without pursuing charges?

Once a crime is reported to the police, an investigation begins. Once evidence is collected, the file gets sent over to the States Attorney. They...

States have interstate agreements to honor each other’s licensing provisions. Clear your Illinois license.

Bought some groceries didn't ring all items came to $139, will I go to jail for that it's my first offense

Well, even though not typically what people think of when they imagine shoplifting, the retail theft statute has a subsection that deals with...

Madison County Illinois, a police officer lied on a affidavit in order to get a judge to issue a search warrant. What can I do?

There is a special hearing to handle matters like this and it is known as a Frank’s hearing. However, this matter is much more difficult than...

Will i go to jail for driving with a suspended license?

If your license was suspended because of the statutory period, then this could pose a problem as DUI beaded suspensions generally are treated much...

Would like to get failure to yield ticket dismissed?

Get a lawyer. It wouldn’t cost much and you would get legal advice from someone who took an oath to protect your rights.

Domestic Battery Charge

A reduction is possible as this is your first. However, an outright dismissal can also be obtained depending on what the complaining witness wants....

Yes. If the court finds no probable cause.

Is it important for an attorney to attend the preliminary hear?

Yes. This is the first opportunity the defense can see what the state has against the defendant. There is also an opportunity to cross the officer...

Why was my son fined $750 for a first time speeding offence in a construction zone?

This is a misdemeanor speeding ticket. Not only are the fines higher, but so will the court costs. The fact that it was in a construction zone...