Is it illegal for a pregnant woman to sleep outside in the winter time in the state of Illinois

Not unless she was committing a crime while doing it (such as trespassing).

Can he be charged with sex abuse if dna comes back not his?

He can, but it will be harder for the State to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt if it goes to trial. That doesn't mean it won't be...

I am a on juvenile probation and serving a two month sentence on electronic monitoring how long will i get if i cut off my band?

I have been defending juveniles for 10 years. How long will you get for cutting it off? I don't know. It depends on: *the underlying offense *why...

What can I do to avoid my kids being ward of the state of Illinois

I have been handling DCFS cases for 9 years now, and no two are exactly alike. What happens is highly dependent upon the specific facts of each...

Do NOT talk to anyone about this situation except your lawyer!!! There is no reason for you to talk to DCFS. This young woman is not your...

How do I handle my class a misdemeanor in court?

This is something you should take seriously, but not something to be scared of. Is definitely better not to have a misdemeanor on your record, both...

Can I be convicted for a control substance that weighed 0.9 in Chicago Illinois, which is less then a gram?

Short answer: yes. Possession of a controlled substance (note: cannabis - weed, pot, marijuana - is not a controlled substance!) is a crime....

Can you get a felony charge be sealed?

Good news! Illinois law does allow for sealing of certain felonies, and Forgery is on the list. However, there are other requirements, and I don't...

Do I need a traffic ticket lawyer?

Police shouldn't give legal advice, and I would advise you not to take the advice of the person who wrote the ticket. I don't know your traffic...

My 17 year old daughter got a ticket for driving too fast for cobditions.

There are two main concerns: 1. Since your daughter is under 21, it is much easier to end up with a suspended license than it would be for an...