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Illinois Questions & Answers
Q: Is it true you can press charges up to 18 days after contacting police.
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Sep 3, 2015
Answered on Sep 4, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
An ex will say all sorts of things in attempts to get at you and make you upset. Consider the source. If there is no proof, then the same result would happen, no charges.
Q: Does this claim to sue for defamation of character have any merit?
1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for Illinois on Sep 3, 2015
Answered on Sep 3, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Yes, it might. That would depend upon the actual facts. You cannot say something to others about someone, without knowing whether it is true or false. You at least had the obligation here to find out whether it was stolen art or not. I suggest that you go speak with a local civil litigator about this and take copies of all relevant items. When you need an attorney, the best thing to do is not post something on the internet that might tend to incriminate yourself, but to actually go see an...
Q: if i got a bicycle ticket in 2011 at the age of 14 in 2015 would that ticket be dropped?
1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on Aug 27, 2015
Answered on Sep 2, 2015
Jason A. Wilkins' answer
Hello Asker,
Yes, it is possible that the ticket will have that effect. Receiving violations that enter as convictions can have the result of delaying the licensing process. When you did not complete the class for driving school, you failed to comply with the terms of supervision and were consequently convicted. A conviction can have serious issues because this would likely be a moving violation. For more specifics, it is necessary to see your driving record so that an attorney can...
Q: My 16 year old son got two tickets in clinton county il driving after curfew and no head lights can u give me advice
1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on Sep 1, 2015
Answered on Sep 2, 2015
Jason A. Wilkins' answer
Hello Asker,
Your son is in a situation but it isn\'t particularly serious. Right now, he is facing two tickets. The headlight tickets are considered a moving violation so it is important that they be dismissed or receive court supervision. This will prevent them from harming his driving privileges. When under 21 years of age, two moving violation convictions in 24 months WILL result in a suspension. For this reason he needs to avoid a conviction for this offense. Often times,...
Q: I was going 103 in a 55 on 94 i believe it was in illinois. Ive never been introuble, and just got my licence
1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on Sep 1, 2015
Answered on Sep 2, 2015
Jason A. Wilkins' answer
Hello Asker,
First, the degree of trouble you face depends on whether you received the ticket before or after your license was issued. If before, you risk losing it and being returned to permit status and having a license inaccessible for up to nine months. If it was after, this shouldn\'t occur but you still risk other penalties such as the one passenger limitation being extended longer than 6 months.
What I can say is that this offense alone cannot cause a suspension if...
Q: how long does it take to get a police report back
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Sep 2, 2015
Answered on Sep 2, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Ask the court appointed attorney this question. All we know is what you have written. Getting the police report will not get him out any sooner. The court appointed attorney will be getting it, and then will know more about the case and what the state intends to use as evidence. You did not even tell us what the charges are. Ask the court appointed attorney about getting bail set.
Q: Does search warrant require a court stamped date, when issued?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Jul 18, 2015
Answered on Sep 2, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
It should probably at least be a conformed copy. Get a criminal defense attorney immediately.
Q: In American jurisprudence why can the police make marijuana a crime and lock people up for it without strict scrutiny?
1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Illinois on Aug 13, 2015
Answered on Sep 1, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
It is the legislature that makes up the statute and enacts the laws, the police do not do this. You are wrong about that in my opinion. Did you know that there are bills in front of the US legislature on this subject, right now?
Q: Question about calculating average weekly wage for part-time employee
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
The average number of hours you actually worked per week.
Q: Hi can I press charges against a thief who stole my $815 iPhone and gave it back a week later?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Aug 30, 2015
Answered on Aug 31, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You already did what you can do. The prosecutor decides whether to press the charges.
Q: my son charged with burglary a 2nd time in wis wat could he be facing
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Jul 19, 2015
Answered on Aug 30, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/resources/burglary-and-home-invasions-wisconsin.htm
A simple internet search on punishment for burglary in WI can get plenty of information to read.
Q: Is there a way to gain ownership of a patent who's original owner is diseased?
Adam Studnicki's answer
A patent is an asset. The deceased person\'s assets were distributed via will, intestate succession, trust or otherwise. Presumably, someone else should be the owner now, and you may be able to obtain the patent from them. A local business, patent or probate lawyer may be able to assist.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may...
Q: I was granted 21 days to hire a new attorney. Do in include Saturday and Sunday in my calculation of the 21 days?
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Probably.
Q: I did recall on a generator and the recall part was also a defected part which caused a fire sud I get a lawyer and sue?
1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Illinois on Sep 22, 2014
Answered on Aug 28, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
More information is needed. A local products liability lawyer can advise.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a...
Q: Employer demands relocation expenses, leaving by serving required notice but before completing 1 year
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
This is not just a basic legal question. You need to go speak with a local attorney about this matter.
Q: Case against hospital
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You need much more than a basic legal question answered. Go see the attorneys who handled the case.
Q: What permits would I need to be able to use abandon buildings for my business?
1 Answer | Asked in Construction Law, Entertainment / Sports and Gov & Administrative Law for Illinois on Aug 28, 2015
Answered on Aug 28, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Find out from the city government.
Q: My 16 yr old grandson was slapped on his face at school today. Can the girl who slapped him be charged with assault?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Aug 28, 2015
Answered on Aug 28, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Pehaps, but the charge would probably be battery, not assault. These matters have very narrow defined meanings. An assualt is generally the threat to do physical harm, like raising a fist to someone. A battery is the actual touching.
Q: What are the visitation guidlines for IL? Can I file for joint legal custody if they just moved to IL?
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Illinois on Aug 27, 2015
Answered on Aug 28, 2015
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
Were you married to this woman, and then divorced? If so, is there a custody order in place, and from which state?
Assuming there is a custody order, you would need to file a motion to modify custody in the courts of the state where that order was granted. If not, you have six month to file in the state where the child was before the move; then the child\'s \"home state\" will change to Illinois. You would have to file there.
Q: If a person have been out of prison for over a year, can another state file a warrant even tho he was incarcerated when
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on Aug 27, 2015
Answered on Aug 28, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
What he needs to do is hire a private criminal defense attorney in Alabama.