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My best options?

Asked on Mar 04th, 2020 on Traffic Violations - Illinois
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I drove w/o a license, in IL , homeless, had to leave state. I have an FTA warrant now.I looked up my case and they aren't reviewing till 2022. I have a job in a different state and I'm making Better choices I'd like to possibly figure out what's most likely going to happen so I am prepared...
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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Chicago, IL
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You should retain a criminal defense lawyer who can go to the Clerk's Office, review the court records, and compare that to what you have to say to prepare to make the best presentation possible.  The bottom line is that since you have a warrant, you need to turn yourself in. The best way to possibly do that is to have your lawyer file what is called a motion to quash the arrest warrant. In plain English, that means that it's a request for the judge to tear up the warrant and not take you into custody.  Then, on that court date, the lawyer and you appear so the argument can best be made to keep you out of custody.  This should be done immediately. The longer you wait, the worse your chances are of remaining out of custody.    Hope this helps. 
Answered on Mar 29th, 2020 at 10:52 AM

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