If I am 18, in foster care, and in Illinois. Can I leave the state without being arrested. I am legally an adult.

Do you have a charge pending that would restrict you from leaving the state? Is is a condition of any bond you might be on? If you do not have...

If you do not complete your sentence by your end date the state may file a petition to revoke your original sentence. If the judge grants that he...

This typically will depend on what jurisdiction you are litigating your case in. It will also depend on the judge you are in front of. Typically...

If my ex petitioned for more time with our son, but after a GAL is appointed, looks as if she'll lose time, can she withdraw?

When a pleading is filed you can voluntarily withdraw it prior to the hearing date. As the other attorney stated, it may benefit you to file a...

Is it too late ?

Once the judge sets bail it will need to be posted for his release. If he is unable to post bond an attorney can file a bond reduction motion for...

Divorce decree

Typically if you do not comply with a court order a contempt petition may issue against you. If you are found in willful violation of a court...

Can your public defender put you in jail?

The public defender did not put him in jail. The only person that can issue a warrant is a judge. Your son should appear on all of his future court...

Do I need to complete anger mngmt course & suprvsn again, for btry charge 10 years ago if clerk doesn't have completion papers?

I practice in DeKalb County on a regular basis, the clerks are all very helpful and friendly. It sounds as if you did not appear on your final...

Finding about my child...spouse had 100% custody

Try using social media to try and find her or other internet sources. The best option would be for you to hire a licensed private investigator,...

Can a judge and how order a parent to do an assement with Child Protective Services before a trial date?

Yes a judge can certainly order this and would not typically be viewed as an unreasonable request. That being said she is represented by an...