This does not sound like a fishing expedition to me. they think your camera might have caught something of use to the police. Why are you reluctant...

Is it possible that this violation could still be considered a misdemeanor and show up on my criminal record as such?

I looked up the ordinance. They do call it at misdemeanor, but if you notice, although the section is under the heading "misdemeanors" and says...

I can't work, can't afford the co-pay for medical, I qualify for medicade in Ca (a federal decision) but not in IL why ?

You need to contact a health care attorney NOW. You do not state your age, but the are options under medicare and the affordable health care act....

What will happen now

It sounds like the new ticket is for 40+ over the limit. If he is already on three supervisions, he cannot get a fourth even if they reduce the...

When arrested and at the station, is it allowable if you ask to make a phone call to a family member so they know what happened.

It matters what happens at the station, if you make a statement of any kind. If you are taken into custody, refuse to speak without your lawyer...

What's my legal obligations on this request? and what's the advisable approach if I do need to respond?

Do not speak to this person without consulting an attorney first and speak to the investigator ONLY with your attorney present.

What does it mean when a judge "stays" something?

It depends on what is "stayed" Often it means that enforcement of an order will be delayed for a period of time

I was convicted of robbery in 1990, had to pay a fine and a week of community service, can this be sealed

Robbery is a felony and you could not just get a small fine and community service. It sounds like you were convicted a theft, which can be a...

Why is my case bieng referred to public defender by a states attorney and I already have an private attorney ? First Dui

The state's attorney does not "refer" defendants to the PD. The judge appoints a PD if the defendant has not attorney and qualifies for one. You...

What happens at pre trial

In criminal cases in Illinois, pre trial conferences are held to discuss issues in the case, and what each side feels the evidence will prove, as...