Will i go to jail for retail theft

In Illinois, the statute pertaining to retail theft can be found at 720 ILCS 5/16-25. Specifically, subparagraph (f) is going to be where your...

Is filing a lawsuit in small claims court without a lawyer advisable in a simple debt case?

Lucky for you, many courts have packets that contain all of the legal documents and forms that you will likely need. While it is possible to go...

If I vacate my plea can I benefit from a new passed law?

Absent a clear legislative intent to apply in such a way, criminal statutes do not apply retroactively. Meaning, the law at the time the criminal...

Can my employer not give me a lunch break?

As Attorney Robert pointed out, you are entitled to at least 20 minutes for a lunch break if you work 7 and 1/2 continuous hours or longer. The...

There is a rule in Illinois that is relatively confusing to explain, but I'll do my best. A party (you) can sign on behalf of another (your...

What proof or forms do I need to have to file guardianship of my elder mom that has dementia?

The most obvious thing that you'll need is a doctors diagnosis of the disability. This does not seem like an issue for your situation. You can...

Is there any legal action I would be able to take ?

As I understand it, you are asking whether the landlord had the right to enter your apartment without your knowledge. As a general rule, a...

Brother passed away in 2012 i was in prison released 11-14-16 car is in my name did not know a lien was on car who pays

I am sorry to inform you that when someone leaves you an asset, they also leave you with any liabilities attached to it; including a lien. As...

How can someone transfer a title of a car, when the owner passed away suddenly?

This is a problem that each state addresses very differently. There are basically two routes that this can go. First, the non-probate path. ...

What should I do it I didn't complete my community service hrs..and I need a extension first time asking.

As stated above, it would be helpful to know what caused you to get community service in the first place. That being said, most judges that I have...