Are motions to get charges reduces from felony to misdemeanor realistic, and/or successful at all?

"Wobbler cases refer to a generic term where the prosecution has discretion to file as a misdemeanor or a felony. The first thing you need to...

In your own words: "The officer asked me multiple times to get back into the vehicle. I did not." Everything else is mitigating. I agree with...

How can you get issued a Failure to Appear warrant while your in jail?

The reason the court issued the warrant is to ensure his appearance in Illinois once the Kentucky matter is resolved. Otherwise, he could skip...

Are you kidding? Absolutely! Even if you were a natural-born citizen, you should always be represented by a lawyer in court. Especially in...

190 days is how many days in custody?? Of BOP

This appears to be your 3rd or 4th attempt at asking your question. Your use of the term "BOP" indicates you are asking about a federal, as...

How long do a misdemeanor class c stay on your record

It depends on the disposition of the case. Convictions are generally not eligible to expunge. FNGs (findings of not guilty) sol's, nolle's , and...

I would like to know if you cannot afford a lawyer doesn't the judge have to offer a public defender

Illinois recently changed it's laws on Possession of Cannabis (PCan) Because you state "less than 30 grams," I am assuming it was over 10 grams,...

How to clear/ expunge driver record violations.

Illinois law does not allow the expungement of sealing of "minor traffic offenses." Here's the statute, and pay particular attention to subsection...

Judges (and prosecutors) do not impose a "sentence" at a 402 conference. An "offer" is typically made. An offer that is conveyed to the...

What will show on my background check?

Unless you got the disposition expunged, it'll show up. Supervisions are great dispositions, but many people think they go away on their own. ...