Conspiracy to transport illegal aliens, have a Federal public defender that does not believe in my innocence.

You can take it to trial if you want. You can also hire an attorney if you wish.

How can some one get out of jail and not be sent to jail or prison for residential burglary and theft?

Residential burglary is non probational. He needs an attorney.

Depends on what the actual charge was and his criminal history.

Hi i was wonder what can i do to reduce a 24 month fed prison time for a straw purchase of a gun. the person i bought the gun

Contact your attorney.

If sentenced to two years for owi how much actual jail time do you do

12 months in Illinois.

Should I represent myself in my preliminary hearing?

That's a very bad idea. Call the bar association Adel and ask for three names of criminal attorneys.

What is the time served v bail ratio in Illinois?

You only get credit for the dates you were in jail.

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Does the time between arrest and sentencing count toward the sentence at all? If so how is it broken down by the day?

Yes, if the person is in jail.

How does your rights to a speedy trial in a criminal theft intent work in Illinois

Your attorney has to file a written demand for trial.

What happens to someone if you file charges against them for forgery?

No. Its up to the police and states attorney. They may or may not pursue the case.