Only a few. Relief comes only after a showing of newly discovered evidence which the defendant or her lawyer had no reason to believe existed at...

Of course they can, and her priors from Missouri will be reported to the Illinois Secretary of State and will show up on her Illinois driving...

Charged with burglary instead of retail theft

What should you expect? The possibility you will go to prison unless you hire a criminal defense lawyer immediately and stop discussing your case...

Do I need a criminal lawyer?

People charged with crimes absolutely need a criminal lawyer--especially if they are innocent. The state's attorney will roll right over you if you...

Something fishy about this Field Sobriety procedure. ??

I always advise my clients to NEVER take field sobriety tests. They are subjective, and if in the opinion of the police officer you didn't pass...

I'm an educator. I am applying to jobs. do I have to disclose that 7 years ago I got an DUI?

You will be asked about crimes and misdemeanors. Read the question carefully and answer it truthfully. If it asks for arrests, findings of guilt,...

Can the state revoke my bond if I have not broken any of the conditions of the bond prior to my release?

Have you gotten a notice of hearing on a Motion for Bond Revocation? If you did, the reason should be stated on the Motion. If the circumstances...

Marijuana is becoming legal in Illinois. Is there a way to get an early release?

The other attorneys are correct about the status of marijuana laws in Illinois. Are you in Prison on your marijuana case? The way you have worded...

Is it constitutional for an insurance company to be able to have and individuals driver's license suspended.

It sounds like the insurance company for the other party notified the Department of Revenue of the accident, as both parties are required to do. ...

Do I have a viable lawsuit?

Your best chance of prevailing in a civil suit is to win the criminal case. You may or may not have a good civil case, but if you don't...