Passing a school bus (officer issued) citation - Question regarding my discovery request to the prosecution

Discovery is very limited in Illinois non-felony cases such as this. The judge does have the discretion to allow more than that which would...

It's not clear from your question whether you were arrested and the charge was later dismissed or whether you were arrested and convicted. Either...

Do I need my own divorce attorney

You should never sign anything when the other party is being represented by an attorney and you are not. No ethical attorney will agree to...

I have court but cannot make it, what can I do?

As the others have stated you would be well advised to get an attorney and get your insurance and your registration renewed. Your failure to...

Speeding over speed limit

As others on here have stated, you are likely facing a Class A Misdemeanor "Aggravated Speeding" charge with the possibility of a jail sentence. A...

I received a ticket for going 87 in a 55 in Cook, class b. What do I need and what are my chances of avoiding jail time?

As others on here have pointed out, Illinois takes excessive speeding seriously. Speeding 26-34 mph over the limit is a class B misdemeanor with...

Speeding 26-34 mph over the limit is now a class B misdemeanor in Illinois with up to 6 months in jail and up to a $1,500 fine possible....

Can I contest this ticket?

As others here have discussed, it's generally difficult to get out of a speeding ticket. Most of the time, the judge will side with the police...

How does the 7th Amendment to the Constitution guarantee me to a jury of my peers if I can't afford expert testimony?

The 7th Amendment of the Federal Constitution actually does not guarantee you the right to a jury trial in civil cases in state court. Most of the...

Power of Attorney

You may sign the Power of Attorney form in Illinois before an Illinois notary public and another witness, and your father may sign his acceptance...