How long will a driving conviction stay on my record?

A petty speeding conviction will never come off your Illinois driving record . That's how a conviction works, and why it's important to avoid a...

Can Prison be Avoided?

Avoiding prison is a possibility, but depends on a great deal more information than you've provided. There are several ways to avoid prison, which...

I was asked to come in for question regarding a situation months ago. do i have to go in and speak im not under arrest.

You do not have to speak to the police, and you should not speak to the police. The odds are very strong that if they "just want to talk" and you...

My case was dismissed and not guilty. i would like to know when my bail is refunded after june2, 2012

In Cook county, as noted by others, after 4-6 weeks the Clerk will refund all but 10% to the person posting the bond. Congratulations, but don't...

How can i get my criminal record expunged for retail theft that happened about 6-7 years ago that was under 15.00

If you were placed on probation, you cannot expunge, but you may be able to petition the court to seal the records four years after completion of...

Will I go to jail for driving on a suspended license for the first time?

Based solely on the information you've provided, it seems unlikely you're a serious candidate for jail in such a case. That said, every county is a...

It seems everyone "in the know" is in agreement. You absolutely should have an attorney. However, I'll go one step further. You need a great...

Can i get my criminal record expunged

Whether your criminal record can be expunged depends on a lot of information you haven't provided. Perhaps the most important thing a good attorney...

What can I do if there is no court date on my 3rd moving violation?

Do: Request a court date. Don't: Do it just to plead guilty. There are better options than traffic school or accepting a conviction. You need an...

The burden of proof in any criminal case is always "beyond a reasonable doubt". Domestic battery is criminal in nature, but the State may also...