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Got a parking ticket in january. Called to take care of it but the lady said they were unable to find it and i didnt have to worry about it. Now a month later she calls and says they have it and i need to pay it! Do i still have to pay it?
answered on Mar 17, 2020
Yes, you have to pay this ticket. You were already going to pay the ticket, so there should be no issue. If they have increased the fine, you should contact them and tell them your issue and they will likely decrease it to the original fine, but only if you act right away.
I've had numerous documentation sent to the records department at the prison and everything they receive, they say they cannot use, so I'm running out of options, and was wondering if we just give up, and allow them make him serve his days (88 days) over again, will that be a lawsuit or... View More 
answered on Mar 16, 2020
You need to contact his attorney and that attorney will have to bring this matter before the Judge that handled the case. The sooner you do this, the better.
my son was speeding, and within 2 weeks got a second ticket. I havent even ordered the cashiers check to pay the first fine. can he still get supervision? Should he plead guilty to the first, and go for supervision on the second?
answered on Mar 16, 2020
He should request Supervision on both of them, but he will likely have to appear in court in order to receive Court Supervision. If you are still confused, you could always hire an attorney to assist him with this matter.
I saw a news that cook county courts have been closed to avoid spread of covid19 virus. Does anyone know of addison traffic court of dupage County is open or closed on March 26,2020. If the court is closed do I get a new court date? How will things proceed - do I get a notification in mail of new... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2020
As of today, 3/16/20, DuPage County Courts are operating as normal. This could change.
I got into an accident, which I was in fault, and I was given a ticket for "driving too close" I honestly forgot about to ticket and now its over due.
answered on Mar 16, 2020
If it is overdue, it is likely a conviction was entered against you and a fine. Your choice is to take the conviction and pay the fine, or file a Motion to Vacate Ex Parte Judgment , give proper notice to the prosecutor and appear in court on the scheduled hearing date for your Motion. You could... View More
my husband was pulled over and cited for "operating a vehicle with registration suspended for noninsurance" as he did not have his new insurance cards in the car, although we were covered by insurance with no lapse in coverage. He was then issued a court date and told to provide insurance... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2020
He needs to go to the Illinois Secretary of State Office and pull a Court Purposes Driver's Abstract. This is his driving record. It will show everything on his record and if he was suspended on that date. These can be difficult to understand. He might want to hire an attorney to assist him... View More
I received a speeding ticket in Lake County on 8/28/19 & was placed on court supervision. Completed traffic school. On 2/8/19, I received a following too close ticket for a minor accident in McHenry County. How will the second ticket affect my court supervision. What are my chances to get... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2020
Your best option is to hire an attorney to assist you with this new ticket. That attorney will put you in the best position possible.
And if dismissed, could I get the related dui charge dropped?
answered on Mar 10, 2020
No, speeding is speeding. You really should hire an attorney to assist you. DUI is not something you can handle on your own. Hire an attorney now.
I got pulled over for speeding and the cop told me to pay the ticket online and apply for supervision. I went online, paid my ticket and asked for supervision. The cop had said I didn’t need to show up to court. I just got a letter in the mail saying the supervision was denied. What does this... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2020
You are not going to get arrested, but this will not show up as a conviction on your record and your Insurance Company will be able to see this ticket, which will likely lead to an increase in premiums. In order to clear this up, you need to file a Motion to Vacate Judgment, give proper notice to... View More
I got court supervision following traffic school and got it “off my record”. Last night, I got another moving violation, this one for not fully stopping at a stop sign. These are my only two tickets ever, no other ones. Will I lose my license or what will happen to me? And what can I do?... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2020
First, Court Supervision does not mean that it is "off your record". It means that it is placed on the Supervision page of your record, so it is still on your record but insurance companies can not see it because it is on your Supervision page of your record. Second, since you are 21,... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2020
You need to read the paperwork the officer gave you. They could be copies of the tickets they issued you or just a warning. If you are still confused, you should have an attorney review the documents.
The judge refused states attorneys agreement by this time it was past 120 days
answered on Mar 5, 2020
This is something you need to discuss with your attorney. Your questions tells me that you have an attorney. These types of questions is why you have an attorney. Your attorney has all of the needed information in order to answer this question.
answered on Mar 5, 2020
You can asked, but it will be denied. If you bring in proof that you fixed the tint, the ticket might be dismissed, but if it is not fixed, you have little to no chance of a dismissal.
I received a ticket for speeding 27 miles over the posted limit in Illinois . I have come to understand that is now considered a Class B Misdemeanor and am freaking out about it. The officer listed it as a minor traffic offense with no court appearance required marked on the ticket; he informed me... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2020
No, this ticket will not be thrown out. If you are not able to find an attorney prior to the court date, you can appear in court and tell the Judge that you need more time to hire an attorney. The Judge will give you time to hire an attorney. You really should try to find an attorney prior to your... View More
But when I call to see if she had a bond there is no bond still
answered on Mar 4, 2020
Your girlfriend needs an attorney. The sooner you hire a criminal defense attorney for her, the better. That attorney will be able to figure out what is going on regarding her bond and her pending matter.
I have perfect record.
answered on Mar 4, 2020
You will have to appear in court and request Court Supervision. If you are 21 or older, it is likely that Traffic Safety School will not be required.
Ticket was issued before suspension went into effect, court date for ticket is after suspension went into effect
answered on Mar 2, 2020
Yes, but due to your driving record, you will want to hire an attorney to assist you with this matter. The sooner you hire an attorney, the better.
Was pulled over due to looking confused. They took me into custody for refusing tests. I hung myself at the station is what the report says. I woke up in the er. Odd thing is cop never asked for a copy if my registration ir insurance. I have bad ptsd, and agoraphobia. Medical retired vet.
answered on Feb 29, 2020
You need to hire an attorney to assist you. The sooner you hire a criminal defense attorney, the better.
My son arrived in Lisle, Illinois for school just a few days ago, and will return to Massachusetts in 3 months. He received a citation today for "failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident." He was distracted and hit the car in front of him when traffic began moving. Why is he required... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2020
Those are the rules. He could hire an attorney to appear in court on his behalf or with him, but either he or his attorney must appear in court on the given court date.
answered on Feb 27, 2020
This is something you need to discuss with your attorney. Your attorney has the needed information in order to answer this question. If you have not hired an attorney yet, you need to do so right away.
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