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answered on Sep 11, 2018
The Judge could issue a warrant for your arrest and have the Sheriff come pick you up. It is also possible that absolutely nothing will happen.
Would court accept a Not for Profit lawyer to prosecute on pro-bono basis in lieu of appointed DA (which I assume is who acts on behalf of the child) Thank you!
answered on Sep 2, 2018
In Illinois prosecution of a crime is the responsibility of the states attorney for the county in which the crime occurred. Under certain circumstances the Attorney General's office can prosecute some cases. I am not aware of that a private attorney (whether acting not for profit or otherwise)... View More 
My wife got an emergency order of protection without me knowing, and I have not done anything since over 8 months ago. We last had a conflict about 8 months ago, and suddenly she has issued an order of protection, and I can't see my kids, but I haven't done anything wrong.
answered on Sep 2, 2018
You need to be served with Notice that an Order of Protection is being filed against you. A spouse may do this for tactical reasons when it comes to pre-emptive divorce and custody of children. You will need to consult with a family law attorney as soon as possible.
My boyfriend was arrested for DV and they want me to testify, but I want the case dismissed. If I do show up to court, can I just tell them I refuse to testify? Sheriffs came knocking on my door today but I didnt answer. I dont know what to do.
answered on Aug 30, 2018
Your boyfriend needs an attorney and your boyfriend needs to discuss this with his attorney. If he has not hired an attorney yet, he should do so right away.
The last time an incident happened was over 6 months ago, can an order of protection still be filed??
answered on Aug 24, 2018
Yes, but you cannot get an emergency order of protection without notice. You have to try to get a plenary order of protection, with him having notice to appear if he so chooses.
She called the police on me because I would not let our son leave the house with her When Chicago pd came they witnessed her and other family members drinking and at the time, so they told us that the baby stays with me. The police did not file an actual report but did say that everything was... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2018
You're not going to get an injunction against an order of protection. I'm assuming she got an emergency order of protection against you. You must comply with it. Your chance to fight it comes at the next hearing on the order of protection (for which you should have received notice as part... View More
His mom says the courts keep dismissing the domestic violence charges (7 so far) due to the fact that he is unfit for trial
answered on Jul 24, 2018
If you actually see him attacking her you have the right to defend her, but only to the same level as she is being attacked (if he's using his fists you can't use a knife, for example) and only until the attacker stops attacking or runs away (meaning you can't keep attacking him if... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2018
Not likely, because the Judge will order counseling if you are found guilty or if you plead guilty. You should discuss this with your attorney. If you have not hired an attorney yet, you should do so now.
answered on Jun 18, 2018
It depends on the charge. You should hire an attorney right away and discuss this matter with that attorney.
I have text message threats from him to me that granted the op and now he’s fighting me because I want to keep it for two years
answered on Jun 4, 2018
Having an attorney by your side would not hurt you, it will only help. Also, it is possible that he may have an attorney with him.
I filed a police report on my ex boyfriend after he beat me up, I filed complaints of him harassing me over the phone from incidents from a while back. I haven't filed for order of protection because I'm scared that it will affect his probation and he will take it out on me.
answered on Apr 17, 2018
If you filed a police report, it is likely that your boyfriend will be charged and arrested for Domestic Battery, which will absolutely cause him issues with his Probation.
This is hindering me from getting my desired job
answered on Apr 15, 2018
Until the matter is expunged, it will remain as a matter of public record for the rest of your life. I suggest contacting an attorney to assist you with expungement proceedings.
He was going to file assault charges
I seek help in a bank i wrote the teller a note, teller call the cops and i sign for the report but i don't want him to have a bad record for his CDL
1. Does it hurt his CDL?
2. Can i drop the charges and ask the judge to get him psychological help?
answered on Apr 3, 2018
The Domestic Battery will not cause him issues with his CDL but his employer may do a background check and these charges could cause him to be fired or not employed in the future. You can ask the Judge to drop the case but then the Judge loses all power over him and cannot order him to do anything... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2018
Yes, you can obtain a divorce immediately upon getting married if the other party agrees. If he or she does not agree, you have to be separated six months.
answered on Mar 23, 2018
Criminal charges are a matter of public record and sometimes a simple internet search can bring up criminal background or pending charges. You need to hire an attorney to assist you with the Domestic matter.
I am in domestic violence housing and fighting for costody with protection order for me and my kids. I had the case transfer since me and the father moved and the judge didn't care about my daughters safety, health and mental state as she is 5yrs old. I wanted to know if the court order is... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2018
As a general rule, a court order remains effective until it is vacated (meaning it is effectively canceled by a judge), it is modified, or it has become moot (meaning there is no longer a reason for it, such as occurs when all the children affected by a visitation order are no longer minors). You... View More
Didnt say he hit me. He got charge with a physical touched something like that... Now we got to go to court. What can happen ? I dont want to testify against him
answered on Feb 19, 2018
He is likely charged with a Domestic Battery, which is a Class A Misdemeanor in Illinois punishable up to 364 days in jail and up to $2,500.00 in fines. His criminal background will determine what type of sentence he receives if he is found guilty. He should have an experience criminal defense... View More
Dealt with constant threats of taking child away, defamation, choking, hitting, lies, the psychological and physical manipulations, money threats, losing culture activities, all friends due to jealousy. Controlled all life activities with manipulations.
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