I just want to be clear, you are a convicted felon and your husband is not and your husband is legally able to posses firearms. If this is the case, even though your husband can legally own a firearm, that does not prevent that same firearm from being attached to you if the circumstance arises,... Read more »
My friend was arrested for committing Residential Burglary it’s her first offense and when she had court hearing they released her judge said Ibond. She had another court could she get arrested there? What should she expect? Police officer told her to do a written statement and she admitted to... Read more »
Your friend needs to hire a criminal defense attorney right away to assist her with this matter. The sooner she hires an attorney, the better.
I asked why is there a hold on it if I went to court??? The judge still never gave me another court dat I went on the 12 of last month. The police came on my property and took my car didn’t notify me or anything. I asked his why didn’t a officer come to my door he said he didn’t know where I... Read more »
It all depends on why your car is being held. You really should hire an attorney to assist you with this matter. That attorney will be able to look into the matter and tell you what needs to be done to get your car back. The sooner you hire an attorney, the better.
My friend was arrested for the first time for residential burglary it’s obviously her fist offense she had bond court and was released with ibond she had another court could she be arrested to serve time? Or could she do community service hours?
Hi. I hope you're safe and well during this pandemic.
Residential burglary is a mandatory non-probationable offense in the State of Illinois.
She is looking at a mandatory prison sentence if she is found guilty. She is facing anywhere between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois... Read more »
Not that I am aware of, but if it is used in a commission of a crime, it could be considered a deadly weapon if it closely resembles an actual firearm. If it is going to be used for some sort of training and kept within the training facility, there should be no issues, but if it is seen outside the... Read more »
The public defender says my son has to make his own appointment and I cannot be present during his appointment. Is that legal?
The Public Defender can absolutely speak to your son alone. There is nothing illegal about an attorney speaking with their client in private. If you are not pleased with the Public Defender, you are always welcome to hire a private criminal defense attorney to assist your son with this matter.
My son's mother tested positive for Covid and went into quarantine. They live with her parents, who are both high-risk for Covid complications. I repeatedly offered to take care of my son, but was refused. Is this child endangerment because my son was at risk of not having anyone to take care... Read more »
No. My understanding from the medical professionals is that when a parent is told to go into quarantine, they are told their child has to go into quarantine with them, as the child has already been exposed.
I found out my bf was cheating on me and out of rage I keyed his car. He asked for $400 to repair damages, and agreed that if I paid him immediately he would not pursue legal charges. I gave him the money and went our separate ways. He is now harassing me to get back together and I declined. he is... Read more »
Civil matters do not carry an jail time but if he reports this matter to the police, you are looking at a Misdemeanor offense at the very least. Also, you should never admit to an offense online. If possible, you should figure out a way to remove this post.
I live i. Rockford il, not cedar rapids.
First, firearms on not possessed by name. If it is in the house, it could be attributed to everyone and anyone found in that house. I strongly advise against owning a firearm while you are living with convicted felons because something could happen and they could be arrested for possessing that... Read more »
My mom hit me and i called police she was then taken to jail and charged with domestic battery. I dont want to have charges against her what can i do
You can try to persuade the particular State’s Attorney’s office involved that it’s best not to prosecute, but once the process has passed the charging stage, they don’t have to drop the case just because you want them to. The State’s Attorneys have an obligation to the public to... Read more »
They have sold on ebay auctions etc large sports memorabilia collection other collectibles etc both are on social security disability barely was getting by every month paid 1 house off bought another 1 n paid a lawyer $20,000 to fight me on my own property i reported them to office of the IG
Did they steal the collectibles from you? Did they use that money to buy the new house? If the police won't pursue the theft, you can't force them. You can sue them for the cost of your stuff. Do they have enough equity in the house to go after? However, they could then file bankruptcy... Read more »
Does the court's supervision of the aggravated speeding violation be considered as a conviction in immigration, even though the violation is reduced from mesdminer class b to petty offenses?
This is something you need to discuss with an immigration attorney. That attorney will know how this type of charge will be treated.
Maybe, but you really don't provide enough information to give you any real answer. In your situation, you should consult with a criminal defense attorney in confidence.
She is still in jail with a $150 bail. Should I bail her out or let her stay and see the judge tomorrow? PS. She has a mental disorder.
The quickest way to get her out of jail is to post the $150.00 bond. Waiting for Court does not mean she will be released. She needs an attorney. The sooner an attorney is hired, the better.
How much time are you allowed to fix the situation before an officer can do anything
The next cop who sees you could stop you 5 minutes after the previous told you that you could go. They don't have to give you a break.
This is something you should discuss with your attorney. Your attorney will have the needed information in order to address this concern.
Living in my car, no longer can afford my auto insurance
Only if you are caught driving without insurance.
You prepare the document, file it with the Clerk of the Clerk, and serve it on the prosecutor. If this is a Murder case, this is something that a lawyer should do.
Yes and no. Depends on a variety of factors. I wrote about this on my blog a couple of years ago:
https://www.chicagocriminallawyerblog.net/can-a-minor-be-questioned-by-the-police-without-a-lawyer-or-parent-present/
Vandalism with damage of less than $300 is a Class A Misdemeanor in IL punishable by up to a year in jail and up to a $2,500 fine. You committed two offenses. If this occurred during the recent riots, you could also be charged with mob action. The most serious mob action charge is a class 4 felony,... Read more »
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