Questions answered by Daniel G. Galivan

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How do you fight an emergecy order of protection that shouldnt have been filed at all. Should we go with or without a lawyer?

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

I would urge you to hire an attorney to handle the case; choose one experienced in defending either OP's or criminal cases in the county where the...

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I was charged with an uuw in Chicago 7/14/12 is there anyway possible I can recieve probation

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

More information would be needed to accurately answer your question. You should consult an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as...

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Not sure of situation but someone had my wifes vehicle without her knowledge and fled traffic stop by police.

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

The police are permitted to seize evidence of a crime when it is observed in plain view. If no resident of the house is charged with an offense...

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Can i be sued for assult and batery if i was not charged because three guys were trying to jump me?

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

Being sued and being charged with a crime are two entirely different matters and neither is dependent on the other. In other words, yes, you can be...

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I filed a small claims case pro se. Defendants attorney motion to strike & dismiss based on section 5/2-602. Is there a case la

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

Are you sure he moved to dismiss under 2-602? That is not a provision delaing with motions to dismiss. Unless he has moved for dimissal under...

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How hard is it to get a bond reduction while using a public defender. I don't have money and I want to bond my son out.

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

I would urge you to consult an experienced criminal defense attorney now, rather than wait until the PD moves for the bond reduction....

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I'm 17 and shoplifted at JCpenney. Do I need a attorney? Do I have to pay a seperate civil claim? Plus ticket?

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

Yes your mother can attend court with you, and should do so. She should also retain an attorney who can represent you and your sister in court and...

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Why are people are doing 50% for 1 degree murder

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

It depends on when the murder was committed. Truth in Sentencing, eliminating ALL good conduct credit on muder convictions went into effect in...

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I Was charged with a dui when atbthe station I blew a .078 and was released.

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

Hire an attorney who handles criminal defense/DUI work in the county where you are charged. www.galivanlaw.net

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I was caught shoplifting and have court date is there a way to not get a record or lessen the punishment?

Daniel's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

Hiring an experienced criminal defnese attorney will allow you to achieve a result that will keep this off of your permanent record. Consultations...

Daniel G. Galivan's Answers (2378)

How do you fight an emergecy order of protection that shouldnt have been filed at all. Should we go with or without a lawyer?

I was charged with an uuw in Chicago 7/14/12 is there anyway possible I can recieve probation

Not sure of situation but someone had my wifes vehicle without her knowledge and fled traffic stop by police.

Can i be sued for assult and batery if i was not charged because three guys were trying to jump me?

I filed a small claims case pro se. Defendants attorney motion to strike & dismiss based on section 5/2-602. Is there a case la

How hard is it to get a bond reduction while using a public defender. I don't have money and I want to bond my son out.

I'm 17 and shoplifted at JCpenney. Do I need a attorney? Do I have to pay a seperate civil claim? Plus ticket?

Why are people are doing 50% for 1 degree murder

I Was charged with a dui when atbthe station I blew a .078 and was released.

I was caught shoplifting and have court date is there a way to not get a record or lessen the punishment?