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Illinois state citizen charged with felony crime in South Dakota wants to change venues to Illinois the state they reside in. Can this happen also will the charges be the same? How will the case be handled?
answered on Sep 19, 2019
No. You cannot move a criminal case from one state to another state when you are charged with a state crime. You should talk about what change of venue is with the lawyer that is representing you in the criminal case.
being about 15 y.o. Which law governs, IL only, or does WI law govern the 19 y.o. as well?
answered on Aug 15, 2019
Generally speaking, the laws of the state in which a crime was committed will apply.
answered on Aug 15, 2019
I assume you mean County. The Bond money will be forfeited when a Judgment is entered. This usually happens about 30 days after the warrant is issued and the Judge enters an order forfeiting your Bond.
I went to court today to prove I had valid insurance. My case was dismissed. Do the courts contact the DMV to verify my insurance. I don’t want my insurance company to drop me because of this small incident where I couldn’t find my insurance card. Should I expect any correspondence with the... View More 
answered on Jul 11, 2019
You will not receive any correspondence from the Court or your insurance company. I have had prosecutors call the insurance company to verify that the card was accurate. I have had clients get caught with a fake insurance card. That's the only reason why you should be worried about the... View More
Theyve told me that i cannot get it back
answered on Jul 6, 2019
It's possible if they need it as evidence in their case. You should talk to a lawyer that may contact the prosecutor to find out why they are holding your vehicle and if it's being held as evidence or for any other reason.
My bf hit me and I called the cops they arrested him but I told them I didn’t want anything to happen like him going to jail Bc we have a kid on the way but I guess it was out of my hands and they charged him anyway he has a lengthy record of other little things and this was the first... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2019
The ultimate decision about what will happen with his case will be made by the prosecutor. But you can go to Court and talk to the prosecutor and make your wishes known.
answered on Apr 12, 2019
The warrant has to be executed, meaning you have to turn yourself in and be processed, and then be taken before a Judge. This means that you will be in custody for a short time while you are processed, assuming that you will be released after you appear in Court. You can always turn yourself in... View More
Looking to check case information on line
answered on Apr 7, 2019
In most counties yes. In Cook County there is no online access. You must go to a local courthouse and use a computer in the Clerk's office.
answered on Feb 21, 2019
Unfortunately, you cannot seal or expunge a felony Burglary case in Illinois.
answered on Feb 20, 2019
If there is a valid warrant for your arrest and the police know it's you, they can take all necessary steps to take you into custody.
Can I end up going to jail?
I recently got into a fight with 14 year old girl and I am 18 the girl had came to my house with a bunch of other girls knocking on my door wanting to fight so I called my friend who is also 18 me and the girl started fighting but my friend ended up jumping into... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2019
It sounds like you are charged with a Battery. If you are charged with a Battery you are looking at a maximum punishment of up to one year in jail. Without knowing more about the case and about you and your background, all I can tell you is that since you are facing a possible jail sentence, you... View More
I’m only 18 and I got a ticket for disobeying a stop sign dec 28 2018. I got another way a couple days ago For the same reason. I paid the first one off. Than I got a ticket for speeding 26 Mph -34 mph. The officer did not arrest me but made me sign some papers . I think it’s a individual bond.... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2019
Driving 26 to 34 over the speed limit is a Class B Misdemeanor in Illinois which carries a possible jail sentence of up to 6 months. Since it's an actual crime that carries a possible jail sentence, you will have a lawyer. If you can't afford one a Public Defender will be appointed for you.
answered on Oct 31, 2018
You can call the police, or go to the police station and file a police report. Ultimately, the police will investigate and file charges if they think they are appropriate. I would caution you to be careful about making any statements to the police because those statements may be used against you in... View More
He searches car without asking, has a body cam but claims no footage of "finding" drugs. He enters his evidence using incorrect date. Should his evidence be considered covered by our 4th amendment; the evidentiary exclusionary rule?
answered on Oct 16, 2018
It's entirely possible that the Court would suppress the evidence seized in a search or even suppress the arrest if no probable cause existed. An experienced lawyer would need to review all the evidence and file a Motion to Suppress. Only after the Court conducts a hearing will the evidence or... View More
He had no prior charges or arrests and the gun was loaded
answered on Oct 16, 2018
Generally, a UUW is a Class 4 Felony in Illinois that carries a potential jail sentence of between 1 to 3 years, however, probation is a possibility. Depending on the specific facts of his case, he may be looking at additional penalties. Therefore, it is very important that your cousin talk to an... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2018
Yes. As long as the lawyer is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois, they can handle a criminal case. However, you should make sure that the lawyer is experienced in handling criminal cases, especially the type of case you are facing.
answered on Jun 29, 2018
As long as the lawyer is licensed to practice law in North Carolina, they can handle cases in North Carolina if they practice law in North Carolina.
Berwyn illinois
answered on May 17, 2018
The law was changed in 2016 to require that an attorney be present during the questioning of a minor that is being questioned for sex case or murder case up to the age of 15. For minors under the age of 15 the police must read them a simplified version of their Miranda rights which stresses their... View More
I understand the aggravated part of it even though he didn't have a gun they thought he did. but don't you have to leave the establishment with the money or property for it to be robbery wouldn't that be attempted aggravated robbery
answered on Apr 30, 2018
What makes it an Aggravated Robbery is that it was not a real weapon and that you took possession of the property. There is no requirement that you actually get away. Once you take possession of the property it's considered a Robbery.
The customers making the accusations have no proof, just stating what they “remember”. Can I be arrested for this?
answered on Apr 20, 2018
The bottom line is that if the police and prosecutors believe that they have enough evidence to convince a judge or a jury that you are guilty of a crime then they might charge you with a crime and arrest you. Since you don't know what the police are doing and what evidence they may have, if... View More
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