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ILLINOIS LAW ON PRETRIAL RELEASE—ARE YOU A REAL AND PRESENT THREAT?

Illinois abolished cash bail as of September 2023. However, a judge may still hold you in jail if the state shows: (1) proof is evident or the presumption great that you committed a detainable offense, (2) you pose a threat … Continue reading

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HOW WILL MY BAIL BE DETERMINED?

(UPDATED 1/16/24:  Cash bond in Illinois has been eliminated as of September 18, 2023.  However, the court may still decide to keep you in jail if the state can show certain criteria. See our post: What to Expect at Your … Continue reading

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DO I NEED AN ATTORNEY FOR A BOND HEARING IN ILLINOIS?

(UPDATED 1/16/24:  Illinois eliminated cash bond as of September 18, 2023.  But you can still be held in jail before trial if the state can show certain criteria.  It is still a good idea to hire an attorney to argue … Continue reading

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“CAN I LEAVE THE STATE?” AND OTHER BOND VIOLATIONS

You were really looking forward to that great vacation you had planned in the tropics. Unfortunately, when you were leaving a party, you got pulled over by the police. You took your vacation anyway, and now you have violated the … Continue reading

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“MY LOVED ONE HAS BEEN ARRESTED!”: POLICE CUSTODY AND THE BOND HEARING

You just got a phone call from your loved one. Somehow, they were picked up by police and are now in custody. Your loved one is scared and begging you for help. What happens next and what can you do? … Continue reading

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