Illinois Criminal Law Questions & Answers
Q: I've been on probation for 18 months I have 2 months I got violated for not doing what my probation officer asks of me
Juan Ooink's answer
You will likely be violated and resentenced on the charges or you will be given a chance to complete the counseling as directed by the evaluation.
You will likely be violated and resentenced on the charges or you will be given a chance to complete the counseling as directed by the evaluation.
Q: What can I do if I was the only one investigated in a criminal crime and they claim to have enough for a confession?
Juan Ooink's answer
You need to hire an attorney and stop talking to anyone but that attorney. The sooner you hire an attorney the sooner that attorney can start working on your case.
You need to hire an attorney and stop talking to anyone but that attorney. The sooner you hire an attorney the sooner that attorney can start working on your case.
Q: Can I obtain a copy of my Drivers License in Illinois at the DMV if I have a bench warrant in Indiana
Juan Ooink's answer
Yes, not sure how a warrant out of Indiana would prevent you from getting your license in Illinois.
Yes, not sure how a warrant out of Indiana would prevent you from getting your license in Illinois.
Q: Hi. I would like to know if a felony burglary case from back in 1978 can be sealed/expunged in Will county, Illinois.
James G. Dimeas' answer
Unfortunately, you cannot seal or expunge a felony Burglary case in Illinois.
Unfortunately, you cannot seal or expunge a felony Burglary case in Illinois.
Q: if i have a warrant can the police break my window and pull me from the car?
James G. Dimeas' answer
If there is a valid warrant for your arrest and the police know it's you, they can take all necessary steps to take you into custody.
If there is a valid warrant for your arrest and the police know it's you, they can take all necessary steps to take you into custody.
Q: Would we end up going to jail?
James G. Dimeas' answer
It sounds like you are charged with a Battery. If you are charged with a Battery you are looking at a maximum punishment of up to one year in jail. Without knowing more about the case and about you and your background, all I can tell you is that since you are facing a possible jail sentence, you will need the services of a lawyer to represent you in Court.
It sounds like you are charged with a Battery. If you are charged with a Battery you are looking at a maximum punishment of up to one year in jail. Without knowing more about the case and about you and your background, all I can tell you is that since you are facing a possible jail sentence, you will need the services of a lawyer to represent you in Court.
Q: Is there precedent in Illinois for an undercover detective charging someone for obstruction of identification w/o ID?
William Wolf's answer
I am positive that your account of events is not how it's going to read in the police reports.
You're assuming that the police officer is going to agree with you about how this happened.
You need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer ASAP.
I am positive that your account of events is not how it's going to read in the police reports.
You're assuming that the police officer is going to agree with you about how this happened.
You need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer ASAP.
Q: How long will my license be suspended? How can I avoid jail time and public record ?
James G. Dimeas' answer
Driving 26 to 34 over the speed limit is a Class B Misdemeanor in Illinois which carries a possible jail sentence of up to 6 months. Since it's an actual crime that carries a possible jail sentence, you will have a lawyer. If you can't afford one a Public Defender will be appointed for you.
Driving 26 to 34 over the speed limit is a Class B Misdemeanor in Illinois which carries a possible jail sentence of up to 6 months. Since it's an actual crime that carries a possible jail sentence, you will have a lawyer. If you can't afford one a Public Defender will be appointed for you.
Q: Speeding 26-34 mph above is a criminal offenses need to know what is gonna happen in court. Will I have to pay court fee
Brandon K. Davis' answer
Speeding 26-34 over the limit is a Class B misdemeanor. The $1,500 is an I-bond, no need to worry about that amount specifically unless you fail to show up in court - your case may last a couple of court dates - typically two (first for your attorney to work out an agreement with the State and the second to show proof that you complied with the terms of that agreement).
You are technically facing a maximum $1,500 fine and up to 6 months in jail on the offense. Additionally, if...
Speeding 26-34 over the limit is a Class B misdemeanor. The $1,500 is an I-bond, no need to worry about that amount specifically unless you fail to show up in court - your case may last a couple of court dates - typically two (first for your attorney to work out an agreement with the State and the second to show proof that you complied with the terms of that agreement).
You are technically facing a maximum $1,500 fine and up to 6 months in jail on the offense. Additionally, if...
Q: The indiv bond says 1500$ on it. Do I have to pay it. What happens when I go t court.
Jeremy Wang's answer
The $1500 is the I-bond amount on the ticket. You do not have to pay it so long as you show up to every Court date. Speeding 26-34 mph above the speed limit is a criminal offense in Illinois. You will need an attorney.
The $1500 is the I-bond amount on the ticket. You do not have to pay it so long as you show up to every Court date. Speeding 26-34 mph above the speed limit is a criminal offense in Illinois. You will need an attorney.
Q: I was given the wrong court appearance date In Joliet, IL what should I do now?
William Wolf's answer
A lawyer would be a help to look into what happened as well as filing a motion to vacate any judgment or warrant against you.
A lawyer would be a help to look into what happened as well as filing a motion to vacate any judgment or warrant against you.
Q: I'm on the run trying to better my life and provide for my family. I need help asap please.
Juan Ooink's answer
No clue what your question is. If you are looking for an attorney to assist you, you need to reach out to them. Please use the Find A Lawyer tab on this site.
No clue what your question is. If you are looking for an attorney to assist you, you need to reach out to them. Please use the Find A Lawyer tab on this site.
Q: If I were to pick up a client for rehabilitation from one state and transport them to another state
Juan Ooink's answer
You could be charged with a felony offense. You really should not be doing this.
You could be charged with a felony offense. You really should not be doing this.
Q: MFG/DEL CAN 2.5<10 GRAMS/SCH i pleaed down that is a felony in 2008 i did my probation and finished it can it be removed
Juan Ooink's answer
It all depends on the type of probation you received and what you actually plead guilty to. You should consult with an attorney and have that attorney review the case in order to determine what can and cannot be done regarding this matter.
It all depends on the type of probation you received and what you actually plead guilty to. You should consult with an attorney and have that attorney review the case in order to determine what can and cannot be done regarding this matter.
Q: How can I b charged with 2 felonies , the guy they were executing warrant for only got resisting arrest?
Juan Ooink's answer
Not really sure what you question is. You need a criminal defense attorney and you need to hire one right away. You have been charged with very serious offenses. The sooner you hire an attorney the better, so that attorney can start working on the case.
Not really sure what you question is. You need a criminal defense attorney and you need to hire one right away. You have been charged with very serious offenses. The sooner you hire an attorney the better, so that attorney can start working on the case.
Q: I am living at my grandams my cousin also lives there .....we got into an argument and i left for the weekend and came
Ray Choudhry's answer
You can sue her for damage to your property.
You could try to get an order of protection against her.
Grandma can go to court to evict her.
All of this involves going to court.
You can sue her for damage to your property.
You could try to get an order of protection against her.
Grandma can go to court to evict her.
All of this involves going to court.
Q: 17 year old Year high school girl Got jumped inside the school by three girl the 17-year-old hit one of the girls with
David J. Winer's answer
This is a matter with the police and school officials who should make a decision decide whether any charges or school discipline is warranted in this situation
This is a matter with the police and school officials who should make a decision decide whether any charges or school discipline is warranted in this situation
Q: judge sentence criminal to boot camp while awaiting decison he was pulled from possible boot camp approval because of a
William Wolf's answer
Contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately. There are plenty of criminal defense lawyers that offer free consultations so you can decide which lawyer is best for you to hire.
Contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately. There are plenty of criminal defense lawyers that offer free consultations so you can decide which lawyer is best for you to hire.
Q: Can my friend stepmother press personal property damage charges on me? I was not the driver but the vehicle is mine.
Charles Candiano's answer
I have no idea what you are asking. "Press charges" is a silly term that usually refers to someone to asking the State's Attorney to file minor criminal charges against someone. If that is what you mean, I assume you did not have insurance on the car and the stepmother wants to charge her daughter with Driving Without Insurance. You cannot be charged because you were not driving.
That said, you and your friend are BOTH liable for the damage. However, seeking criminal charges against...
I have no idea what you are asking. "Press charges" is a silly term that usually refers to someone to asking the State's Attorney to file minor criminal charges against someone. If that is what you mean, I assume you did not have insurance on the car and the stepmother wants to charge her daughter with Driving Without Insurance. You cannot be charged because you were not driving.
That said, you and your friend are BOTH liable for the damage. However, seeking criminal charges against...
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