the warrant is obtained to search a 3rd parties residence to obtain the weapon someone else is accused of committing. in the state of illinois
answered on May 7, 2022
There isn't enough information here to answer the question for certain. One would have to review the police reports and the warrant application, as well as any camera footage because in every case where someone wants to challenge a search, each search is fact specific where the presence or... View More 
answered on Mar 20, 2022
People have 4th Amendment rights to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. The question here, is whether the search or seizure was reasonable.
There isn't enough information to answer the question. You need to see an experienced criminal defense lawyer to answer whether... View More
I was wondering if a Psychopath and serial killer can successfully argue and win a plea of insanity based on the Illinois definition and practice of the insanity defense. How would they do it if they could? What would be the reasoning? Or is it impossible based on the definition set by Illinois?
answered on Mar 15, 2022
Very few things in life are impossible.
That being said, it is extremely difficult for anyone to win an insanity defense, especially in the State of Illinois.
The idea that lots of people raise the insanity defense and "get off" is frankly, a lie.
The insanity... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2022
In short, yes.
Police have the job of investigating cases.
Prosecutors have the job of deciding whether to file charges, on which charges they should be, and whether and how to proceed on them.
There is no legal requirement, despite how unusual that may be, for... View More
I'm dealing with a situation where I have a baby on the way. We live in two different states. The mother lives in Chicago and I live Maine. I met her online and at some point I met up with her in Chicago. I discovered she was a heroin addict. We ended up separating and I went back to Maine... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2021
My understanding of the purpose of this service is this:
It is to ask questions so the questioner can decide 1. If a lawyer is needed for the situation the questioner presents, and 2. to help find the lawyer that questioner is most comfortable with to hire.
My understanding of the... View More
I have screen shots from Facebook of our conversations and when I told her I am done with the relationship and I am applying for college she got angry and is now trying to put a restraining order on me. My court date is the 28 of this month.
answered on Oct 25, 2021
Yes. You need an attorney to represent you in court.
This is no joke. An order of protection can have serious consequences when it comes to your future.
Get one with experience defending against these orders right away.
My friend lives in indiana called 911for her husband because he was over dosing and when the police came they arrested her and charged her with possession of drugs and paraphernalia ECT... But also never drug tested her
answered on Oct 25, 2021
Your friend needs a good criminal defense attorney immediately.
You state that your friend lives in Indiana but you don't state where the incident takes place.
Please make sure that, whereever the case is, that that lawyer is an experienced criminal defense lawyer licensed in... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
Cases are not brought by victims of crime.
Cases are also not dropped by victims of crime.
They are brought by prosecutor offices. In Cook County, for example, almost all State prosecutions are brought by the Cook County State's Attorney's Office.
What to do... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
Yes. He should have a lawyer who can explain all the consequences to him of either fighting the request for what I assume is a domestic violence order of protection or not contesting it.
There isn't enough information to answer your question about whether he should contest it. He... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
The first step towards fighting your case is to remain silent and stop talking.
The next step is to privately secure a really good criminal defense attorney to map out your best options for you.
You're asking here for the defense (if there is one) where the lawyer can't,... View More
She’s sending texts saying if I don’t pay her thousands of dollars she’s going to the police. She also has a video recording of me talking to her that she illegally recorded while the phone was in her pocket.
answered on Oct 24, 2021
You need to hire a criminal defense lawyer right away to represent you in any upcoming law enforcement sex assault investigation.
If the police start asking you questions, other than truthfully telling them your name, tell the police for every other question that you 1. want to invoke your... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
If you're talking about a situation where the case is still pending, your lawyer has the discovery. He or she can and should go over it with you, but you don't get your own copy unless the judge is willing to order it.
Otherwise, if the case is over, the only other method I am... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
I am not trying to be difficult, but I am not sure I understand the question.
The State only gets to appeal in very specific circumstances, such as if a Motion to Suppress was granted by a trial court which makes it difficult if not impossible for the State to proceed forward with the... View More
I was arrested 6/22/2021 for possession of hand gun by serious violent felon, dealing in meth. 10 g.
The gun was my wife's she has carry permit and it was locked in a safe. Can the feds make a Federal case from the gun charge?
answered on Oct 24, 2021
They can try.
Most weapon offenses, including those involving firearms, can involve violations of federal law and state law.
The feds can pick it up months later easily. That is easily within the statute of limitations for a federal felony like a weapons offense.
Anyone... View More
Should I be concerned about them taking my children and how do I prepare for this transition?
answered on Jan 23, 2021
Yes. You should be concerned.
DCFS and the local State's Attorney's Office in the County where you live could conclude that you placed your children at risk of harm and screen the case into juvenile court for a judge to make that determination.
There, you'll need a... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2021
You need to call an experienced criminal defense lawyer and meet with him or her.
That's what you need to do.
Not an anonymous call for help. And you absolutely should not post any more online. What you say or write, including on the internet, can be used against you.... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2020
It means you're being charged with a crime and you have to appear in front of a judge.
If it's a misdemeanor battery, that's a Class A misdemeanor that could carry up to 364 days in the County Jail. If it's a felony Aggravated Battery, then it's more serious.... View More
From the passenger side of the vehicle and all she was being accused of doing was cashing a check that did not belong to her a payroll check that did not belong to her.
The police officer did not identify himself as a police officer his vehicle had no indications that it was a police... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2020
Please call an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately.
If you're arrested, do not try to be hostile or impolite, but at the same time, other than answering truthfully your name, you should invoke your right to remain silent and your right to have a lawyer present in response... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2020
It can be. The best answer is that it depends on how material the lie is.
One should never tell any lie in any affidavit under any circumstances. One flirts with danger when one does so.
answered on Oct 19, 2020
I can only speak for myself as a criminal defense lawyer. I guess the best answer is to ask the lawyer you're thinking about hiring why they became a lawyer. I would also ask the lawyer what professional associations they belong to and why.
I find that many of the best criminal... View More
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