I am a minor and got caught with my friends id at a concert. Got a class c misdemeanor?

You need to speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney in the area you were arrested. You may be eligible for court supervision which would...

What statements are inadmissible in furtherance of a drug conspiracy?

In very, very general terms, if the state can show the judge a conspiracy exists, every statement in furtherance of that conspiracy is admissible...

I bailed someone out of jail. I was told the money would be returned when he appeared in court . He did but the money wasnt.

When you posted the money, the sheriff had you sign the bond slip. Most of these bond slips have language above the signature line that states the...

What information is left for the police after a misdemeanor gets expunged?

If you were arrested and processed (prints and photo) and your petition to expunge was granted, the police department will send you or your...

Does a Retail theft class A effect my chances in getting into a college/university? I went through court supervision .

You can honestly answer 'no' to both of these questions as you were not charged or convicted of a felony and the retail theft is no longer pending....

When can I request a public defender?

You should request the appointment of the public defender on your first court appearance. The judge will either have you fill out an affidavit...

My 19 year old daughter was charged with first offense drug paraphernalia charge in illinois. What can we expect?

Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in jail a maximum fine of $2500 and a minimum fine...

A DUI conviction will stay on your record forever and you cannot expunge or seal it.

What will my papers say when my record has officially been expunged

If your petition to expunge was granted, you should receive letters of compliance from all the agencies involved including the arresting agency and...

What if you tell state that you want to drop charges on a person and the subpoena you can you pled the 5th

Any time you are charged or threatened with a criminal charge, you should speak to an attorney as soon as possible.