What could she get

She's definitely felony eligible for two reasons: the value of the property and the earlier commission. Illinois law allows the State to proceed...

Bond to stay away from wife, but does NOT include our kids. She refuses arrangement for me to see them. What rights do I have?

File a motion to modify the bond conditions. If she files a petition for an order of protection you can oppose same and request...

Pulled over for running a red light, am I screwed?

Yes there is a way to obtain the dash cam evidence. A recent Supreme Court case with the name of Kladis gives you an opportunity to quash the...

I was picked up on a sealed felony warrant for supposed selling to a c/i 4 times. I am told i cant get the affidavit.

Get an attorney who is competent in both forfeiture and criminal defense. Both issues are obviously relevant to your representation. A sealed...

Question about conviction vs supervision.

Yes. If you are convicted of DUI the only possible sentence is a conviction. However, the RDP question is not based solely upon the prior...

The clerk, working, with state attorney, is thwarting my access to the court. What can I do?

Sounds like you are facing misdemeanor charge(s) and the State is not seeking jail time. This allows the judge to deny your request for a public...

I got caught selling alcohol to a minor and got a ticket and a notice to appear in court. What should I do? Get a lawyer?

I have defended people charged with that offense in Madison County for 20 years. If you obtain an attorney you will most likely be able to keep...

Typically not until your memory fails regarding the topic upon which you are testifying. Written notes can generally be used to "refresh your...

My lawyers contract states he will employ his best professional skill and experience/ yet we later learned our case was the 1st

Not only could it be a breach of contract but also legal malpractice. If your damages are great enough from the malpractice you may need to...

I am already on courtsupervision in illinois. and i just recently got picked up for theft of 300$ less value. what will happen?

If you were still on court supervision for the first offense when you received the newest charge the State could file a petition to revoke your...