What happens at a pleminatary hearing?

Just to add to attorney Pandullo's excellent answer- if you desire to enter a plea at the preliminary hearing, it is definitely a good idea to have...

Is there a time frame in which a first dui is disregarded, and a second one has occured? Illinois cook county

If you had a prior DUI, it remains on your record permanently if you were found guilty. It does not matter if you received supervision, conditional...

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Until you get a ticket, don't worry. Drive the speed limit in work zones and you won't ever get one.

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What is my max punishment for dui

$2500 fine plus court costs and 364 days in jail. Consult a few attorneys. Most of us offer free consultations. Do this ASAP. The earlier an...

How can I find out if I have a warrant for a Violation of Probation In Lake and Cook County Illinois without being arrested.

You probably had a violation filed and a warrant may have been issued. Best bet is to contact a criminal attorney that handles cases in both...

First time charged with retail theft ($30) for an undereye cream tester on July 12th.

Not everything can be found online. If you were arrested, you should have been provided with a court date. If not, you may not be facing a charge....

If "plastic baggies, scale and pipes" are in the description for a posession of paraphenalia ticket what happens?

Hope your attorney can find a way to get a deferred prosecution. As others have correctly stated, meet with your lawyer and be completely honest.

Proof of false arrest of a minor

This young person needs an attorney. If he and or his family cannot afford one, they may qualify for a public defender. Let the boy know you have...

I got myself into trouble, but not sure where I stand.

It sounds like you may have gotten a deferred prosecution. This means you participated in a program and did some community service in exchange for...

How long does it take to get a record expunged?

The entire process can take as little as a few months to up to a year depending on the number of charges, the actual dispositions on the charges,...