I would definitely hire an attorney to represent you. You only get one chance to fight this case. I represented a client recently who suffered...

It's there a big difference between expungment and sealing criminal records.

Criminal arrests can have many detrimental consequences in one's life. A criminal background can prevent you from finding employment, prevent you...

What Class does this Residential Burglary make? and is it Aggravated?

Residential Burglary is a class 1 felony. It is punishable by 4-15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. It is non-probationable. I have...

Is it possible that we can expect a good outcome of a previous arrest for my grandson whom is currently incarcerated.

If this is in fact your grandson's first arrest and since it is a drug possession instead of distribution, criminal courts will sometimes view the...

Is there any way to not get a marijuana charge on my record?

Yes, an attorney can explain your options to you. Courts oftentimes consider minor drug charges as matters that can be treated with counseling and...

Could my record be sealed/expunged?

Aside from a few circumstances, felony convictions (probation included) cannot be expunged or sealed in Illinois. Your only option is to seek...

Cannabis charges, whether misdemeanor or felony, are very serious cases. Having an attorney representing you as early as possible in the criminal...

I was given a ordinance violation to appear in court, which I was cited for shoplifting first offender.what should I expect

I would definitely recommend speaking with an attorney before paying the fine for your citation. The reason is because, depending on the nature of...

I was given a ordinance violation to appear in court, which I was cited for shoplifting first offender.what should I expect

I would definitely recommend speaking with an attorney before paying the fine for your citation. The reason is because, depending on the nature of...

I have a probation violation in cook county on a dui probation and vilated it with a driving on revoked whats my odds of jail?

Hi, I sympathize with your situation. It sounds like you had no other choice than to do what you did. You will definitely need to hire an...