What is the difference from a ILCS violation and a local ordanance violation

It will be prosecuted by a village attorney rather than a state's attorney, and while the charges typically mirror the state charge, sometimes the...

I have a battrey conviction on my record from 1991 which prevents me from getting good jobs. how do i get it off ?

If you were convicted of battery then that particular charge makes you ineligible for expungement or sealing in Illinois. If, however, you...

If you have an attorney and the police officer does show up, your attorney may be able to get you a diversionary program called "theft school" or a...

Criminal damage and criminal trespass can be felonies or misdemeanors, depending on the amount of damage involved or the location of the trespass. ...

I plead guilty to disorderly conduct in 2009 and was given stay of imposition of sentence. community service in lieu of fine how

Every arrest or conviction stays on a person's record until they do something to have it removed. Check the State Appellate Defender website for...

Can the police keep my motorcycle?

The State must file a petition for forfeiture and give notice to the person who has right, title or interest in the property being seized. You may...

Drug charge and drug conviction are two different things. Go to the county clerks office and have them look the case up. If it was dismissed it ...

On probation just got DUI what can i expect

Although you didn't mention what type of case you are on probation for, the answer will generally be the same. As a DUI is a serious case, it...

I have just been been made aware that i have a bench warrant for violation of a dui probation from 1993.

I would advise you to hire an attorney in any circumstance where a warrant has been issued. The attorney will likely advise you to have the fines...

Violation of dui probation

It is true that failure to comply with each and every requirement of your probation may constitute a violation of probation and the Judge is free...