Can I expunge my record after It is sealed?

You certainly can do things in that order. However, you should consult an attorney before doing so. Laws change, and far more commonly, your...

I had 1.2 grams of cocaine. Police officers arrested me for passing out two bags. Can I get probation?

The answer depends on your legal history. While a generic probation sentence may be available, it might not be the best solution for your case. A...

Would I have to serve jail time if pleading guilty to a simple battery charge with prior battery convictions?

This is really something you need to discuss in greater detail with your lawyer. If your lawyer secures an offer, you can then compare that against...

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In short - forever. If your question has to do with enhancement of the charge or figuring out what penalties will apply, then forever. If your...

Got arrested at age 17 in IL for theft, never had to go to court..what do you call this?

So many possibilities!. Here are a few possibilities: 1. You may have had a "station adjustment", where the police decide to note your nefarious...

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Can I get a class 3 felony in the state of IL dismissed or expunged if my record is clean? Its a charge of credit card fraud.

It's difficult to determine exactly what you're asking about, so I'll answer in two ways. Possibility one (in which the case is pending and...

I have a felony shoplifting charge i had a previous midameanor charge that was dismissed what am i looking at for a sentence?

Misdemeanor charges carry a possible penalty of no more than $2500 in fines and 364 days in jail. Felony charges start at a minimum of one year...

Is a forfeiture hearing for my property included with my criminal defense, or do I have to pay extra or hire another attorney?

Not typically, unless your attorney specifically included it. A complaint for forfeiture is not a step taken in every case, is usually heard in a...

What exactly is court supervision i got it at court for speeding

Court supervision shows up on your driving record while you are on Court Supervision. Later, it shows up on your "Court Purposes Driving Record"...

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DUI laws in Illinois

Your son's second DUI arrest must have been within 5 years of his first, triggering a 3 years suspension. The statutory summary suspension and DUI...