It appears the lawyer you spoke with isn't a criminal defense attorney. Contact a few criminal defense attorneys in your area and schedule a free...

How will you know if the States Attorney decideds to press charges?

If charges are filed, you will be notified. You can't do much but wait at this point.

If found guilty in a bench trial for criminal court, if and when can the arresting party be sued if case is overturned by appeal

The fact that your case was overturned on appeal does not necessarily provide a basis for a civil suit. The reason for reversal is a crucial...

My son got busted with a half pound of weed, He has two prior felonies. what would he be looking at?

It is possible he will serve time in prison. Your son needs to speak with a few attorneys and hire one soon so that attorney can explain what your...

Your chance of serving time in jail depends on a number of factors that you and your attorney have likely discussed already. I agree with the other...

Denied gun purchase, can I get my rights restored??

By definition, a misdemeanor cannot carry a punishment of one year or more. I agree with counselor Brinkmeier and Mr. Lutzky. If you were...

I was in the city of Chicago and I was pulled over for not making a complete stop at a stop sign & being on my phone.

It's a Chicago municipal code violation (the cell phone). I had a client come to me with a cell phone violation and another ticket. An attorney...

It is a dismissal, with leave to refile. It is not a conviction and should not affect your immigration eligibility. The case may be refiled, but it...

BAIID of 0.055, mouthwash in morning. Only violation.

I agree with the explanation provided by my colleagues. If you must use mouthwash, switch to a brand without alcohol, as this does trigger issues...

You have a right to fire your attorney at any time. If you aren't happy with what he or she has done or is doing, you should speak with that...