Can anyone guarantee a governors pardon for a non violent theft felony 5 years ago in Illinois and a juvenile theft felony

Having seen the other answers, by now you know that no one can guarantee the outcome of an application for pardon or clemency...or any other leagl...

My daughter and I was subpoena to court and I did not file charges, the state is basically trying to make me testify.

You have to understand that in criminal cases, the Plaintiff is the People of The State of Illinois, represented by the state's attorney. The...

What does this mean? it's in the interest of minor (16-years) and the public that the minor be adjudged a ward of the court?

The language you quotes is typically contained in a Petition for Ajudication of Wardship: a document filed by the state's attorney that serves as...

Our criminal justice system is unique in many ways. In order to protect the citizens from tyranny and oppression, an accused is entitled to a...

I have a two non violent felonies in Illinois is it possible to have my civil rights restored it has been five years since

What civil rights are you referring to?

Please help explain the dui penalties in illinois for a dui conviction. They are confusing.

You're confused by the Sec of State factbook language because you are equating a "conviction" with supervision. Because you had supervision on the...

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Husband arrested for Domestic battery (Cook County IL)

Generally in Cook County if you appear on the first court date and advise the state that you do not wish to prosecute, they will have you say so...

What will happen to my son?

Since he is charged with a Class 2 felony, it sounds like they have charged him with burglary or the value of the tools was between $10,000 and...

Can a police officer deny a person to file a counter-claim

Your civil rights were not violated. The police have discretion whether to file a complaint in misdemenaor and ordinance violation cases; I assume...

Retail theft what can happined to me

You need to consult a local attorney experienced in criminal defense. There may be a diversion program available that will result in dismissal of...