Illinois Traffic Violations Legal Questions

  Please contact experienced attorneys in North Carolina and Illinois as soon as possible. Driving with a suspended license is a misdemeanor in Illinois. You need to contact attorneys in both jurisdictions as soon as possible. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  Although a person may sue someone for any perceived grievance, the issue is not whether you may file suit but if you will be successful. From your posting, it is unclear the amount that you are requesting. If it is under the threshold, you may be able to sue in small claims court without an attorney. At any rate, you will need to prove that your friend received the tickets, not you. You will also need to convince the court that she is liable and the amount.   This posting should not be construed as legal advice and is offered for informational purposes only. To seek legal advice, please contact an experienced attorney. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  Your question is unclear. If you have received a moving violation, please contact an attorney who can explain your rights to you and the nature of your alleged violation. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  It is always a good idea to hire an attorney for a traffic or criminal case. An attorney will be knowledgable about the system and can counsel your daughter not only regarding the case but also any additional implications.   Recent Illinois case law held that the disposition of a DUI where the defendant was unrepresented by counsel could be used to enhance the penalties of a subsequent offense. Please contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  You can always plead not guilty to any and all charges and contest them. The issue will be whether or not the court will allow the prosecutor to amend the charges against you prior to trial. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible to determine if you have a meritorious case and how best to contest it. Additionally, if the Chicago Police Officer does not appear in court for a minor moving violation, the court does not always grant a continuance and the case is dismissed. Again, please contact an experienced defense attorney to determine how best to proceed. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

   Please contact an experienced attorney licensed to practice law in Nebraska regarding your question. Each state has different laws and attorneys licensed to practice in one jurisdiction are not necessarily licensed in another state. The procedures for traffic violations differ by the jurisdiction. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

   Although this is not a legal question, you may be able to get the information that you seek from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That being said, once you receive the information, it is always best to consult with an experienced attorney how to present such information. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com  ... Read More

  You are to be commended for your decision to bring a witness with you to the impound lot. You may have a valid Fourth Amendment motion. You should contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible to determine if that is your best strategy in challenging the tickets or if there are other options. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

   It is unclear from your question whether you were charged with speeding or whether you are facing other charges, such as driving under the influence. Depending of the circumstances, you may or may not have a valid motion to suppress the search of your vehicle.   The law of search and seizure under the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution is very complex. You should contact an experienced attorney to determine your best defense and whether any pre-trial motions should be filed and litigated prior to trial.   Please understand that this is a general answer to a question posted on the internet. The answer should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact an attorney who can provide you with guidance.   Lori G. Levin 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  Please understand that a conviction of underage drinking may have driver's license implications for you even if you were not in a vehicle at the time of the offense. This is a situation, like most others, where you should not attempt to defend yourself. You should contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible to review your options and help you provide your best defense.   This response is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice nor an attorney-client relationship. Please contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

  Red light photo tickets are not moving violations but are similar to parking tickets. The registered owner of the automobile receives the ticket, not the driver. If you wish to contest the ticket, the procedure should be listed on it. It is never a good idea to ignore tickets as the fines may multiply. There may also be other legal implications.   Please understand that this response is general in nature and should not be considered legal advice. If you have questions regarding the legal ramifications of receiving such a ticket, please contact an experienced attorney. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com... Read More

Anonymous: You may not need a lawyer. For something like registration, you can avoid any conviction or fine by showing that you did have registration at the time the citation was issued. Just show it to the prosecutor and, assuming you had it at that time, it should be alright. As for the improper placement, that's a judgment call that's up to you. Some people prefer to hire a lawyer simply for the sake of having someone who can speak to the judge in a professional manner and lay out your story certain way. If you feel comfortable talking to the judge, then you may not want to. If you prefer to have someone there on your behalf or if you're worried about wrong sticker then you may want to consider it. In the end, it's up to you. Please note, this answer is for informational purposes only and is not meant to, and does not, create a client-attorney relationship.... Read More