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I’m 67 and had supervision for crossing a white line many years ago. Probably too late for an attorney now, do I just plead guilty and ask the judge for supervision?
answered on Oct 15, 2018
Yes you should absolutely retain an attorney who can assist you in keeping the matter off of your public record (for insurance purposes, etc.).
Can I ask for this to be dismissed since court dates should be set 21-60 days after ticket issuance?
answered on Apr 29, 2018
Supreme Court Rule 504 - 14-60 days / not 21-60 days
The date set is within the rule
Hi All,
I need some valuable suggestions to get my revoked license reinstated in the state of Illinois.Currently Currently live in Washington state from the past 3 years.Have no intention to go back to Illinois. However my license was revoked in October 2014 in Illinois.I completed all the... View More 
answered on Mar 7, 2018
Your question cannot be answered with a simple on-line answer. My strong suggestion is that you contact an attorney in Illinois whose practice is concentrated in the area of administrative Sec of State hearings and can guide you. Once you have been denied, the denial creates additional issues that... View More
Do I have to be present in Lake County traffic court if I have a lawyer who I have hired to try to either reduce the speed on my ticket or give me court supervision? I have heard in some states the lawyer will go instead of you and take care of it with the judge. This was a ticket for going 22 over... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2018
Not necessarily if you have a valid reason for not being able to be present. A lawyer would provide you with an Affidavit and would be able to assist you in most circumstances without the need for you to be present.
Do I qualify for possible court supervision on a MUST APPEAR IN COURT TICKET for going 20 over the speed limit in Lake County if I already had traffic school within a year on a regular going over 10 mph ticket from Cook County? I am 25 by the way.
answered on Mar 6, 2018
Yes you are - however, you should be represented by legal counsel to accomplish this.
I was caught doing 78 mph on a 55 mph interstate in Lake County, IL (route 120). I have had traffic school already to erase a 18 mph speeding ticket and had another ticket for incorrect lane usage so technically this is my second ticket. Will my license be suspended?
answered on Mar 5, 2018
Hire an attorney who regularly practices in Lake County to avoid any problems with your record/license.
I turned tocker over to employer who said he'd handle it and never did. Now I got charged for orginal ticket and late fees. Who's responsible to pay for ticket?
answered on Mar 2, 2018
Unfortunately, as the driver of the vehicle - you are responsible.
answered on Feb 28, 2018
No. A prior DUI disposition - anytime in your life - including supervision, probation, conditional discharge bars you from being considered for supervision in the future.
When can I go in front of secretary of state judge and ask for full reinstatement?
answered on Feb 28, 2018
I assume that you are indicating that you had a five year revocation and that you are eligible to be considered for reinstatement in 7/18. Please be aware that if you have 2 or more convictions you will first be required to drive on a restricted driving permit for 5 years with a BAIID device.
answered on Feb 28, 2018
Under Illinois law a license can only be revoked for offenses that occurred in this State, another State, a local ordinance or a military installation in this or any other state.
My ticket was in Illinois. I got it 12/26 and had court yesterday but couldn’t make it so I got a failure to pay. I want to know if my license is or will be suspended
answered on Feb 28, 2018
A Failure to Pay will result in a stop on your license but not a suspension. However if you are stopped you could be charged with driving without valid driving privileges. Go to the clerk's office and take care of this matter immediately. If you still can't pay you can file a motion and... View More
I hired an attorney for a DUI case, i was making monthly payments and he always showed up for court. I made final payment in December, attorney did not show up for january or feburary court date. on february court date asked judge for public defender judge says he can not assign public defender... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2018
Your attorney has an ethical and professional obligation to appear if he has filed an appearance on your behalf. Advise the judge that your attorney has failed to respond to your attempts to reach him and has failed to appear at your last 2 court appearances.
The Court should then take... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2018
You will only be suspended or revoked if you are convicted and - if you are 21 or older - this is your 3rd moving violation conviction within a 12-month period. If you are under 21 a second moving violation conviction within a 24 month period will cause a loss of privileges.
answered on Jan 29, 2018
Automated Red Light and Speeding Tickets are not reportable to Sec of State and will not be placed on your Illinois driving record.
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