I've been charged with retail theft, resisting arrest, drug paraphernalia and cannabis possession? How likely is jail time?

The chances are slim for jail time if you have no prior record, and hire an experienced attorney. Sincerely, Attorney Mitchell S....

Does reaching a settlement a few days before trial warrant trial to be dismissed with prejudice.

There are no cash settlements in criminal cases.

NO.

What defense for failure to register

Confusion and stress are not a defense. There has to be a court date in sight. This is a felony charge and there must be a preliminary hearing or...

What are chances of prevailing at a formal hearing to contest the extension of a statutory summary suspension?

No. You are not disputing the reading, your just providing mitigation as to why you did what you did. Sincerely, Attorney Mitchell S....

I have been on court supervision for and recieved a speeding ticket. Will I lose my license?

If you get convicted of driving on a suspended license on a case which arose after you received the supervision, that can violate your...

Could my boyfriend get probation for a 720 ILCS 570/401(d)

It depends on his prior conviction record. It is a class 2 felony. Probable cause means he must appear in a felony trial court. He needs an...

It is possible your driver's license will be suspended if the secretary of state is notified. I do not know what the officer was talking about,...

Arrest warrant for speeding if fine paid after many years?

Contact the circuit court clerk in the county where the ticket was issued. Sincerely, Attorney Mitchell S. Sexner Mitchell S. Sexner &...

My friend was raped maybe two or three years ago.

The answer is report it as soon as possible, but no later than 3 years. In general, the statute is 3 years, but If it is reported within that...