I got arrested for Class A Misdemeanor for retail theft. this is my first charge what could my charge be?

A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by up to 365 days in jail and a maximum fine of $2500. If this is your first offense, you are probably eligible...

My husband got a ticket for speeding, 80 in a 55 in illinois. What might he be facing when he goes to court?

It will depend on his driving record. If he has no tickets (or just one) in the last 12 months, he will probably be eligible for court supervision....

If you are eligible for supervision, you can probably still get it by appearing in court and pleading guilty. If a conviction was entered in your...

What to do when my moms boyfriend got his bow and arrows away from him?

If you are not a licensed attorney, you cannot represent him. A person has a right to represent oneself, but if you appear in court on behalf of...

I have a excellent driving record but I have been having trouble with my insurance co. so I got pulled over in Il,no insurance

If you have never been ticketed for a no insurance ticket and you can show proof you have insurance on the car when you appear in court, the court...

When can I seal my criminal record and will the conviction be sealed as well.

Most offenses eligible for sealing may be sealed 3 years after the end of your sentence. Others may require a 4 year waiting period.

Can a 16 yr. old have his parents present at a plea bargain meeting with the state.(Illinois)

Each jurisdiction is different, but usually even the defendant is not present during negotiations. Most attorneys would not want the parents...

15 yr old that has never been in trouble was charged with Possession of a marijuana pipe that he got caught with in school.

He will most likely have to appear in juvenile court to answer the charges. The benefit of this is that with this type of charge, all of the...

Alcohol consumption by a minor

You need to speak to an attorney as soon as possible. Even if you receive court supervision, your driver's license will be suspended. An...

I was issued a ticket for having my laptop sitting on my lap (unopened) while driving int a construction zone. Is this legal?

The officer can issue you a ticket for any infraction he believes he witnessed. You do not have to accept it though. You have the option of going...