Class X cocaine felony

Simple possession of a kilo of cocaine is a class 1 but carries 10 to 50 years (50% time applies). Possession with Intent to Distribute is a class...

Can I get rid of a felony on my record? Criminal/traffic

A felony conviction is not expungeable in most cases. Certain drug probations are expungeable, but that's not applicable to you. After looking at...

It's up the the judge whether he gives you more time to turn yourself in. You should have your attorney check with the prosecutor to see if they...

If there was an agreed order entered regarding the pre-trial credit, but the person the atty and states atty spoke with gave mis

Yes. An attorney can bring the case back up in front of the judge, or whatever judge is sitting there now. The sentencing order can be modified...

Caught shoplifting from retail pharm, item worth >$5, demand letter claims $16, asking for $350. didnt sign anything. do i pay?

There is a civil statute in Illinois that allows for this type of demand by the store. I suggest you don't pay it. They would have to sue you in...

Can i be charged for rape...?

You should hire counsel immediately to deal with this police officer. Even innocent, truthful information could end up being used as evidence...

Is it illegal for a criminal defense attorney to do this?

Not only is it legal, it would be unethical for the attorney to report the client to anyone. An attorney is bound by the rules of ethics to keep...

In Illinois is it possible to get a class a misdemeanor removed from my background?

If you received court supervision and you have not been previously or subsequently convicted of another crime, you could likely expunge. However,...

I strongly agree that you should not talk to the police without an attorney. I have seen many clients think they could talk their way out of a...