The specific criminal charge would be forgery. It's a Class 3 felony punishable by 2 to 5 years in prison; it is also probationable. If the state...

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My boyfriend and I committed a crime. There is a no contact order now. How long is that good for? Can it be revoked?

It is a condition of his probation and ends when the probation ends. www.galivanlaw.net

What is the minimum restitution a store can charge for a $19.98 item.

The letter you have received from the store's lawyers is sent pursuant to an Illinois statute that permits them to pursue these claims. I believe...

Shoplifting at Kmart in Chicago Illinois. Received a settlement offer.

Palmer Reifler seems to be becoming more aggressive by retaining an Illinois lawyer (Lori Shelby) to pursue these claims. Be advised that while...

My daughter was arrested at a friends house, for unlawful consumption of alcohol by a minor, do I need and attorney?

This is not a Juvenile Court matter, but you will need an attorney. A lawyer experienced in handling these cases can likely get the state to amend...

Can i fight it so it will not be on my record or do i have to plead guilty and then expunge it?

Hard to beleive you were actually arrested for 1.5 grams but it does happen. Hire an experienced criminal defense attorney; it can probably be...

Do I need a lawyer for a retail theft case before my V.O.P court day?

You absolutely need a lawyer. Call the one that got you TASC on the first VOP. If for some reason you cannot use that lawyer, find an experienced...

Hire an experienced traffic defense attorney. Most of us can usually get the state to amend the ticket to an equipment violation to avoid the...

Can u explain exactly what the charge I have stated below, means exactly? And tell me what the possible minimum and maximum sent

You are accused of selling drugs (something other than pot) in the immediate vicinity of a park or church property. Whether you are eligible for...

I have my termination date on a conditional discharge for battery coming up very soon. My question is how difficult it may

Any motion to dismiss that is filed AFTER sentencing will be summarily denied by the court as untimely. As attorney Smejkal points out, you may...