Is a prosecutor required to reveal all evidence to the defense in a misdemeanor criminal case?

Last I checked, Illinois Supreme Court rules governing discovery apply to felonies only. And, way back in the Stone Age, when I was assigned to a...

With all the department stores in the greater Chicagoland area, why risk going to another Target?!? Like there's not a Walmart near you?!?

I'm just seeking some clarity if possible.

Ag UUW is a class 4 felony, but it can be raised to a Class 2, or even an X depending on the background of the defendant, and other factors. If...

WHEN CAN I ASK FOR MY OWN LAWYER

I am assuming that you have not had your first court appearance on the case, correct? If so, then the determination of whether a second public...

What can do I if I have no one to represent me in court and i'm under the age of 18?

Your parent or guardian would not be the person to "represent you" in court. That would be the job of your lawyer. If you do not have sufficient...

What is self defense?

I agree with my colleagues that this area, i.e., justifiable use of force,is a very complicated and misunderstood area of law, almost exclusively...

Can I be convicted for a control substance that weighed 0.9 in Chicago Illinois, which is less then a gram?

Can you be convicted of PCS for less that a gram? The answer is, yes, you can. The more important question is will you be convicted. That...

My cousin was arrested for "FELON POSS/USE FIREARM PRIOR", he is from Illinois and is wondering how much time he is looking at?

Minimum sentence is 2 to 10 years, and it can go up, depending on the prior felony. Here's the statute: ...

Can you get a felony charge be sealed?

Here's a handy work sheet from the State Appellate Defender's site: ...

Am I going to be disqualified for getting a licences if i was convicted of a felony as a minor?

Different professional fields have different requirements. If you only were arrested, and not convicted, you should be able to get the arrest...