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I am a single mom low income and I am looking for references or anyone who has any idea about free lawyers for low income families who even work pro bono for a criminal case and a tenant rights case if someone can please point me in the right direction I greatly appreciate your help!
I have a long standing documented history of DV with the person I called about. My most recent OP was dismissed by a new judge, when it absolutely should not have been. His behavior had escalated for about five days. He physically assaulted me after banging on my door. He evaded police, asked them... View More 
I have a long standing documented history of DV with the person I called about. My most recent OP was dismissed by a new judge, when it absolutely should not have been. His behavior had escalated for about five days. He physically assaulted me after banging on my door. He evaded police, asked them... View More
Seeking Urgent Legal Help for Upcoming Illinois Court Date (4th District, Effingham)
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I’m urgently searching for a skilled attorney to represent me in an X felony case in Illinois’s rural 4th District, specifically in Effingham. Finding qualified representation has been... View More
My phones were still held despite me being released due to there not being enough evidence against me. I need my phones to work since that’s where the app is in order to do so and all my two factor authentication stuff is sent to that phone. Is there anything I can do to get those phones back or... View More
Went jail for a controlled substance in1989 i have been out for 30 years and never been back in an I don't have no prior
answered on Oct 11, 2024
I seriously doubt it. You have a long record. But you would get better advice if you spoke with a local criminal defense lawyer.
My cousin said she found a video that was taken of her 15 years ago in the shower without her consent. She was an adult at the time. We both know who did it, but she's not sure what to do. What is the statute of limitations for this? Does it start at the time the video was made, or the time... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2024
Go to the police and file a report. Let them worry about the particulars.
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
In most workplaces, recording video and audio without notifying employees can be a legal issue, but it depends on where you are. Laws regarding surveillance vary by country, state, and even local regulations. In many places, it's required to inform employees if they are being recorded,... View More
we was outside the car. The police pulled up search the car and found a gun. They lock my friend up for the gun.
My partner is a registerned sex offender who completed probation in 2011. The police have come by 5 times in the past month and called by phone as well (each visit is recorded and saved on doorbell cam). They do not have a warrant nor do they suspect any crime has occurred. They want him to... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In Illinois, if your partner has completed probation and is complying with all registration requirements, he is generally not obligated to answer questions from police officers at his home unless they have a warrant or specific legal grounds to enter. Your partner has the right to remain silent and... View More
Dropped does that mean that the pre-trial conditions are also dropped
answered on Sep 3, 2024
No. The order of protection is a separate case usually with an op case number. The criminal case is a cm or cf case and one of the bond conditions is no contact with victim.
They are two separate things. Dropping of one does not equal dropping of th r other.
Thanks for taking my question. I have just been sentenced to federal probation and ordered to pay restitution to an injured party. However, I also owe money in back taxes to the state of Illinois for unpaid taxes from 2021. A condition of my probation is that I file a tax return this coming spring.... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
When you file your tax return and are issued a refund, the government will prioritize payments based on the specific laws and regulations governing your situation. Typically, the IRS will apply your federal tax refund to any outstanding federal tax liabilities first. Since you are on federal... View More
for a first offense what would likely be the punishment
answered on Jun 23, 2024
Speeding 26-34 over is a Class B misdemeanor under Illinois law. This is a criminal offense, which is why you have a mandatory court appearance. An attorney can certainly assist and help ensure you receive the best possible result.
answered on Jun 30, 2024
Something like that might require indexing those terms on your part - many law firms do not usually make such distinctions in their practices. You could check with local and state bar associations if they might be able to offer any guidance. Good luck
answered on Jun 17, 2024
Everyone harboring you can be charged with a felony for harboring a runaway. You put everyone in danger who tries to help you.
2 weeks after court date, I got a DUI few blocks from home. I have NO prior criminal record. I am 45 yrs old and am compliant with probation except for DUI. States Attorney just filed PTR petition to revoke! What am I looking at? Jail sentence? extended probation? Im sick over this. What should I... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2024
You should hire a criminal defense lawyer in the county where the charge is pending IMMEDIATELY.
These cases are very fact specific and you need immediate assistance from a lawyer who has experience with this State's attorney.
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