I think it's a good bet that if you give up the name, they will release the car. Otherwise they can hold it as evidence in a criminal investigation.

Hard to assess without seeing the dashcam video and written discovery. You cannot resolve this matter by an online Q and A. Find a lawyer in the...

Go get an M license . Ask for supervision on the speeding. they will probably dismiss the classification violation.

Perhaps the officer had his dash cam video engaged. You could make a discovery request. If not, good luck because I doubt the cop saw things the...

Your question said informal hearing but I think that was a typo as you appear aware you are formal. I do not know the particulars of your case but...

She should appear with you and ask for court supervision to avoid a conviction, points, insurance rates and other complications that result from...

Does not matter what circuit it is because Illinois courts are courts of general jurisdiction. What does matter is that Coles County has to find...

Yes it is legal and done all the time. The prosecutor gets to decide the charge to present, not the cop

Make a deal is your question. From my understanding of your post, they want you to help. You are debating whether to help yourself or some...

Technically no. This is the first appearance. Explain the problem to the prosecutor and judge. They will give you a new date. And slow down a bit.