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Case has been ongoing 1.5 years. Motion to withdraw has been granted a day before sentencing. Now docket says arraignment scheduled. What does the process look like going forward? Will it go faster than the first time he was arraigned? Case is CSAM possession with a first degree felony charge and... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2025
The case starts back over from the beginning. Only people who can answer your questions are the lawyers in the case.
My fiancé was convicted 20yrs ago of a murder he did not commit. There are so many holes in this case. Racial bias, procedural errors, ineffective assistance of counsel, the judge speaking alone with the jury. No pretrial, no forensic evidence to connect him to the murder. State witness was the... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
You are dealing with an incredibly difficult and unjust situation, and finding the right lawyer is crucial. Your fiancé’s conviction raises serious concerns, including racial bias, procedural misconduct, and ineffective assistance of counsel. These are all strong grounds for appeal or... View More
During a traffic stop where I was a passenger in the back seat, the vehicle's owner was in the front seat, and her ex-boyfriend acted as the driver The officer observed the driver swaying close to the lines but did not cross the center line. Upon request, the driver was unable to produce a... View More
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answered on Feb 2, 2025
one of the better descriptions of an incident that I have seen. That being said, if no charges were filed, there is nothing much of a legal nature to address.
He was not able to show none of his evidence the judge stopped him from talking and they screwed over him on his 120 day speedy trial, he was in jail for a year they let him out and he's been free for 5 years got him a trucking business and a wonderful new wife but his ex-wife has stopped all... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2025
https://innocenceproject.org/contact/ i don't know who you contacted before, but I believe this organization does take care of Illinois as well.
I'm having to go to court for probation being revoked but the other charge that I got I am still going to court on there's been no conviction is that legal
answered on Jan 28, 2025
Yes. Essentially, you have a Petition to Revoke your Probation partly based on your new charge and you have the new charge. In the PTR the state only has to prove that it's more likely than not that you committed the crime. In the new charge you have to be proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
I have heard differing answers on this and the officials with my court program refuse to give me a true legal answer.
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
Even if your use is legal, it would not be recommended. In Veteran's Court you are trying to get out of trouble, possibly without a conviction. Drug use would not impress your Judge who is trying to help you.
We have no kids together so what do I say to get the judge to drop the no contact order
answered on Jan 8, 2025
A no contact order is typically a criminal case where he is charged with domestic battery, etc. and the judge orders no contact with the victim as part of his bond conditions. He should have a lawyer, have that person file a motion and have you there to say you want contact. Sometimes it works... View More
They take 5 people to jail that was in the house but nobody finger prints on it and the next door neighbor accuse one person of using a gun and the police let 4 people go and only keep one and charge them with 3 charges of recklessly using firearm and assault what happen next
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Let me help you understand this legal situation step by step.
In this case, if someone is charged only based on a neighbor's accusation without physical evidence like fingerprints, their defense lawyer would likely challenge the evidence in court. The lack of fingerprints and the fact... View More
From my bank somehow international wire transfer was sent that i did not authorize.
answered on Jan 2, 2025
An Illinois attorney who deals with banking transactions could advise best but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on what the outcome of the bank's investigation reveals - identity theft, breach of their security measures, etc. It also depends on their policies for... View More
1.uncle died no will, never married and no children, no living siblings, at the time of passing next of kin would have been his dad,my grandpa. The probate court has never been petitioned. My grandfather lied to police that he was executor. My grandfather and his girlfriend helped themselves to the... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2024
An executor has to get letters of office from the court to take action on the uncle's estate. If there was no probate, there were no letters of office. That means nobody legally relied on any allegations grandpa made. No bank or court would have relied on such assertions. So the uncle must... View More
Our minor(17) son is currently living with a different guardian. We found out that he took responsibility for a single car crash where one of his friends left the scene(presumably alcohol related). The friend's father hired an attorney for our son. Aside from the fact that I believe this means... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2024
No one asks who hired the lawyer. Either the person has one or, if jail is a possibility, one is appointed. If you want to object I suppose you can go to court and do so, but I would think you should talk to your kid's lawyer first.
Are all 3 points of argument criteria and requirements? Or is only one point of argument to be chosen and focused upon? And then how far do I go into detail in solidifying my argument? I mean if the entire arrest was unlawful and the officer literally did everything imaginable wrong as far as... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2024
Although local practices can vary, in general, the petition itself is just a check the box exercise. Then you file a supporting legal memorandum as a separate document. In your case, it also sounds like you should also be filing a motion to suppress.
To be honest with you, the chances... View More
Friend of mine fell asleep at a stoplight. He was detained by police and given a breathalyzer test. The results were negative. The jail attempted to do a blood draw but either couldn't do it for lack of qualified staff or some öther reason. My friend then asked for a blood test at his own... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2024
This question should be posted for KY lawyers.................................................
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
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.
I have a lot more to add.
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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
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