As victim, which court date I should attend after arrest is made?

Immediately contact the Victim/Witness Assistance Unit at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office at (773) 869-7200 or 869-7494. They will assist...

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Dui unorthodox plea

Unfortunately, when you are not satisfied with a public defender, your only option is to retain an attorney. It is generally worth it, and...

Dui high bond

As you were released without posting any money, you have received a "I-Bond" which stands for Individual Recognizance. It in no way reflects the...

Can the police question my son without my permission?

There are statutory mandates now in place governing interrogation in murder cases. What you have stated here will certainly be relevant to a motion...

I live in IL.Daughter is wanting to go to a college that cost more than i can afford and my ex-wife thinks i have to pay half.

Your obligations should be spelled out in the Marital Settlement Agreement.

Illinois dui penalties confusing as well as if you have 1 or 2 convictions for sentencing penalties.

It is unclear what you mean by "looked as a 2nd conviction." There are consequences for a second "violation" for DUI, even if the first resulted in...

Could i sue the state ..if they made me a deal and i plead gulity to the charges and they agreed for me to pay restitution and a

It really depends on how the deal was reached. If it's in writing or on the record in court, the court can enforce the deal, unless you have not...

I have a relative that is due to go to trial tomorrow for home invasion, residental burglary and gun charge.

I assume you mean that the state added the charge of Armed Violence. Yes, generally, the state can re-indict a case to add charges any time before...

Does an unlawful possession of alcohol go on your record?

Unfortunately, a conviction, or even supervisiosn, will result in suspension of your driver's license. You can likely avoid this, however, if you...

What is one to do when they cant afford a lawyer in a divorce case?

Consult an experienced family law attorney (or a few different ones). A Petition for Interim fees, if granted, will address your problem.