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Q: I parked on the street under the CTA tracks and got a ticket. Is this enforceable without signage posted?

The violation code was 9-64-110(g), and the city doesn't have an express definition of "viaduct" or "underpass". It does define "highway viaduct" as "any viaduct used for public highway purposes extending over any railroad track or over any public way or any... View More

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Q: 63 in a 35 have to appear in court

for a first offense what would likely be the punishment

Brandon K. Davis
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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.

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Q: Can you generate a list of lawyers who advertise practicing in law as opposed to practicing at law?
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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Identifying lawyers who advertise practicing "in law" as opposed to "at law" can be nuanced due to the way legal advertising rules are structured and enforced. The distinction is subtle and may not be explicitly stated in most advertising materials.

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Q: Would I receive a court communication copy of the complaint if I didn’t get told to go to court.
Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Jun 12, 2024

I do not know, but anyone could go up there and get a copy. It's a matter of public record.

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Q: I got pulled over for not using my turn signal. If an officer was going to write a ticket well I get it the same night ?

Or can they mail you the ticket in the mail and how long do they have to do that

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answered on May 24, 2024

They can mail it. Hand deliver. No requirement that they hand you the ticket on the spot.

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Q: Received a ticket with court date and time on bottom but officer did not mark appearance required or not. Do I go?

Ticket is for expired plate sticker (11 months). Officer wrote court date and time but did not mark the boxes..whether it is required or not. Am I supposed to show up on that date, even if I send a payment for the ticket?

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

You should not have to appear in court if the box for "court appearance required" is not checked (even if there is a court date listed on the ticket). You can contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court to confirm. Regardless, it is likely that the ticket will be dismissed if you appear in... View More

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Q: I was never stopped for these charges. However they are wanting me to pay them in Franklin County Illinois?

IMPROPER PASSING ON THE SHOULDER

IMPROPER TURN SIGNAL. I did not commit either one of the driving violations. And when I called the Franklin County Court Office she said they were dismissed. Now I am being harrassed daily by a collection agency why? I was never given a citation for this... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. You will need to get a copy of the case docket to confirm what happened to the tickets.

You may be able to find the County's online court records here: https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/courts-directory/89/Franklin-County-Courthouse/court/...
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Q: Will County Court Supervision granted for speeding (second offense)

I recently received a ticket for going 22mph over the limit in Will County. I also got a warning for following too close. I have a ticket with court supervision from a different county in Illinois from a little over a year ago. How likely are my chances of court supervision? Also, is it better to... View More

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

Practices on these maters vary by jurisdiction so a Will County judge would now better. A judge can give supervision to you up to two times in a period of 12 months. I think you get probably qualify again. I don't think it maters how you do it.

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Q: I got a speeding ticket a couple of years ago in Illinois but totally forgot about it and I live in Missour.

I think the speeding ticket was in Cook county.

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

There are several possible courses of action depending on the impact it is having on your Missouri license, if any. If it is causing an issue, an attorney here in Illinois can likely handle the matter without you returning to Illinois.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Illinois on
Q: Can a city cop in Illinois pull u over and arrest you outside city limits
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answered on Mar 7, 2024

If he observed you committing the offense in his jurisdiction and followed you to another jurisdiction definitely. If he saw you committing the offense in another jurisdiction, while he was in his jurisdiction, highly likely that he can. Most jurisdictions have cross jurisdiction agreements.

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Illinois on
Q: Can I expunge a charge from 15 years ago in Iowa?

Sept 2009 I was arrested along with other individuals due to us being in a park after hours. I was not even in my vehicle and 15 years later Im learning I have a $200 fine for an OWI and im ordered to complete 12 hour class for drinking and driving plus a substance class. I have lived and been able... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2024

In Iowa, expunging a charge from your record depends on the type of offense and your criminal history. For OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) charges, Iowa law does provide for expungement under specific conditions, but generally, OWI convictions are challenging to expunge. If your case did not... View More

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Q: I was pulled over by Illinois State police a few weeks ago for speeding and given a written warning. How long will it

How long will it stay on my record with the Illinois State Police?

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answered on Feb 16, 2024

There will be no record

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Q: How do I plead at my court hearing?

i got ticket 9-21-5-11(c)(2) for workzone speeding in the state of Indiana. The ticket said i was going 90 in a 55, but i had my cruise control set to 80. I have not plead guilty or not guilty, but am waiting for my court hearing. What is the best way to go about the hearing?

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answered on Feb 3, 2024

This should be directed to an Indiana attorney for specifics, but in general, I was speeding, but I wasn’t speeding as fast as a claim is not a good defense.

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Q: I got a ticket for expired license plate. Been expired for 2 months. I just bought the car from a lease a while back.

Secretary of State didn’t remove the lease off the plates. I was wondering if I can avoid the ticket.

Adam Maksimovich
Adam Maksimovich
answered on Jan 9, 2024

Yes, it’s possible to avoid the ticket depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to: where you received the ticket, whether you have proof of compliance, driving record and other factors. I recommend contacting an attorney who can explain further.

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Q: I got a ticket for having my phone in hand, could the officer have given me a warning instead of a ticket?

I've never received a ticket before and I'm not from the area. I was out on my lunch break in a car rental and I needed gps. I was not distracted at all. I just didn't have a place to put my phone while on gps.

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Dec 23, 2023

Of course they could always give a warning and chose not to.

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Q: I rear ended someone because I taught they had gone ahead taking a yield turn but instead they stopped and I went

Ahead but saw they were there and breaked too late, I got a ticket for “ driving too fast” and I don’t have to appear in court. It was a minor hit, my car didn’t get damaged and the other car got a slight dent and some scratches from my license plate. Should I plea guilty ?

Adam Maksimovich
Adam Maksimovich
answered on Dec 9, 2023

If you plead guilty, without appearing in court (ie paying the ticket), it will be a conviction on your driving record and may affect your insurance, and potentially cause other problems. I would recommend speaking to a lawyer to see if you can have it dismissed or if you are eligible for court... View More

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Q: My 34 year old soñ has a court date ñext week for driving on suspended driver's licenseh 6⁶th offense in Arkansas. Wihat
Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Nov 9, 2023

Those are usually must appear tickets. He should plan to be there and hire a traffic lawyer. He MIGHT be able to appear by Zoom and not have to physically be present. The circuit/district clerk in that county could tell you

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Q: My registration is suspended and I drive for work. If I can't drive, I'll lose my job. What can I do?

Registration suspended, due to driving without insurance. Due to my driving record, I can not find an insurance company to accept me, except for one where the premium is $900, which I can not afford.

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Nov 6, 2023

Get a ride, use public transportation, get a work from home job, get a bike. Do anything but drive. You cannot drive if your license is suspended.

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Q: For violation of 625 ILCS 5/12-610.2, the Statute says a max $75 fine for 1st offense, but way is online charging $164?
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answered on Oct 23, 2023

In traffic cases, there are court fees and costs that are added to your fines. These will vary from county to county and include the costs of court administration and in some counties, "contributions" to certain funds and endowments. Unfortunately, these are mandatory and will not be... View More

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