Questions answered by Jeremy J. Richey

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Can someone have a warrant without being served? How long is a warrant for deceptive practice active?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 11, 2009

Many counties offer a bad-check diversion program where if you give the state's attorney money orders made payable to the victims of the bad checks...

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How much?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 09, 2009

If believe you are probably referring to Traffic Safety School. To find out how much this costs, in addition to other information about it, you...

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I stole a can of chew from a gas station under 6 dollars without showing id i was 18 though what are the penalties?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 09, 2009

This could be a Class A misdemeanor (theft) punishable by up to a year in jail. Depending on the facts it could also be a felony burglary. The...

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First Speeding Ticket- What is the process to take the class?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 07, 2009

Call the circuit clerk's office in the county where you received the ticket. That office will let you know what you need to do.

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If your spouse is unfaithful and contracts HIV then passes it on to you, can they be held criminally liable?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 06, 2009

If you think you are the victim of a crime, please call your local police department. It will investigate your case, and if appropriate, ask the...

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Ive been charged for "rubbing" a girl, Ive been cooperating with police, whats going to happen now.

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 06, 2009

This is a broad question. Do you know what the exact charges are that you are facing? What is on your bond sheet? And, just so you know, it is...

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If you engage in a sexual act with someone who is knowingly HIV positive and the do not inform, are they criminally liable?

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 06, 2009

Here is a link to the statute if you would like to review it.

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Dui

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 05, 2009

You should go see a DUI lawyer in your area for a free consultation. It sounds like there are some facts here a competent attorney can work with. ...

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First time shoplifting offense, first trouble with the law period. But wondering if to plead guilty or not guilty

Jeremy's answer | Answered on February 01, 2009

Since you don't have money to hire a lawyer (and it doesn't sound like you are willing to ask your parents for financial assistance), you should...

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Can a minors name be placed in a newspaper article without consent.

Jeremy's answer | Answered on January 31, 2009

In Illinois, for criminal purposes, a person is an adult at 17. Your son's adult case is public record and the newspaper is free to publish his...

Jeremy J. Richey's Answers (111)

Can someone have a warrant without being served? How long is a warrant for deceptive practice active?

How much?

I stole a can of chew from a gas station under 6 dollars without showing id i was 18 though what are the penalties?

First Speeding Ticket- What is the process to take the class?

If your spouse is unfaithful and contracts HIV then passes it on to you, can they be held criminally liable?

Ive been charged for "rubbing" a girl, Ive been cooperating with police, whats going to happen now.

If you engage in a sexual act with someone who is knowingly HIV positive and the do not inform, are they criminally liable?

Dui

First time shoplifting offense, first trouble with the law period. But wondering if to plead guilty or not guilty

Can a minors name be placed in a newspaper article without consent.