Of course you can be a bartender with a DUI. The owner may have other reasons for not hiring you. My advice is to keep applying until you find a...

I was told that traffic tickets are not eligible for sealing in Illinois. What specific code section says that?

Traffic matters resulting in conviction cannot be sealed. Dispositions of supervision drop off the permanent record in five years.

I was convicted of misdemeanor aggrivated unlawful use of a weapon and served 90 days in jail. I lost my job as a result.

A few cautionary notes are probably wise in this case. First, a lawyer is not required to file an appeal on their own. You must retain counsel for...

Court supervision for first DUI in 07. Just got another DUI in March. Is this my 2nd?

For criminal purposes, this is your second. Secretary of State considers you a first time for suspension purposes if your previous DUI was more...

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Do I need a lawyer for a traffic stop

It is always in your best interest to hire a competent criminal defense/traffic attorney. A good attorney can make a big difference between a...

How great are my chances of being granted an executive clemency in Illinois without the aid of an attorney?

Very very very tough with or without a lawyer. The governor sees loads of requests for clemency and grants very very few. Most are people who have...

Should I pay a civil demand letter? I already paid my ticket, but Walmart is expecting more.

The law in Illinois allows retailers to seek civil damages after a retail theft situation. Having spoken to a corporate attorney for a major...

In 2004, my car was booted & towed. My car was either sold or destroyed by the city of chicago.

I flat out asked this question to a city attorney friend of mine a few months ago. No, typically they will not deduct any value they may have...

Mr. Cameron is correct. These drug tests look for common intoxicants, not so called "flushing agents". However, an adulterated sample or a very...

Why did the state skip my probable cause hearing and attempt to get an indictment? Why didn't my lawyer not fight it?

There are two ways the state can bring charges against you. They can elect to have a preliminary hearing, where your lawyer can confront witnesses,...