Questions Answered by Lori Levin - Justia Legal Answers

• 16 March 2013Q: WHY IS IT THAT WHEN A WOMAN SAYS U HIT HER THATS WHAT THE COURTS BELIEVE IF THAT ISNT THE TRUTH
  A: If a criminal charge of domestic battery is filed against someone, there can be a trial to determine whether or not the charged is proved beyond a reasonable doubt. On the civil side, if certain relationship connections are alleged, a person may apply for an ex parte emergency order of protection, without the other person present. If granted, the case is continued to determine if the order will remain in place for a finite period of time. If you are facing either of these situations, please contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. This posting should not be considered legal advice nor the establishment of an attorney-client relationship between the parties. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 16 March 2013Q: He is being charged with a possession of a firearm. The gun was not his. he was shot he's being charged. what can he do?
  A: A question such as this is difficult to answer without having access to the police reports, interviewing the person charged as well as reviewing other evidence. The person charged should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. That person will be able to evaluate the case after conferring with him, and be able to render full and competent advise. This posting is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advise nor establish an attorney-client relationship between the parties. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 27 February 2013Q: What regulations must you follow in a trial?
  A: This is a complicated question. Attorneys spend three years in law school learning many of the requirements necessary to know when conducting themselves in a court of law. Should you need legal assistance, it is always best to retain counsel rather than attempting to represent oneself. This posting is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice nor the establishment of an attorney-client relationship. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 2 January 2013Q: My boyfriend was falsely arrested and charged with robbery,the situation had nothing to do with robbery please help?!
  A: Your boyfriend should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Once retained, that lawyer, after speaking with your boyfriend, reviewing the charges, and reviewing the evidence can best advise him. This answer is merely for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice for establish an attorney-client relationship. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 12 November 2012Q: What if there was no probable cause and the police came and raided someone's home?
  A: Depending on the facts and circumstances, a criminal defense attorney may file a motion to suppress the search. If you have been charged pursuant to such a search, please contact an experienced defense 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
• 24 October 2012Q: Im on probation and i had a court date for possessing a replica firearm and i missed it what are the options
  A: Please contact your lawyer, or if you do not have one an experienced defense attorney, immediately. It is possible that warrants may have been issued for your arrest, both for the probation violation as well as for the new underlying case. This posting is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice and does not constitute the inception of an attorney-client relationship. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com Twitter: @LoriLevin
• 7 September 2012Q: My son is in jail right now because of a mistake he did when he was seventeen, this is the charge now.
  A: It is difficult to answer whether your son should seek the assistance of a public defender or seek private counsel. Depending on his assets, he may or may not qualify for representation by the local public defender office. Your son should seek counsel and advice as soon as possible. His counsel can advise him of his options as well as formulate strategy regarding the pending charges. This posting should not be considered legal advise nor the inception of an attorney-client relationship. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 4 August 2012Q: Can a civil court judge sign a felony search warrant?
  A: Yes. In Illinois, full circuit and associate judges are judges of general jurisdiction. This means that they may be assigned to various divisions and are empowered to have all the authority of any other circuit or associate judge. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com
• 4 August 2012Q: How do i attend theft classes?
  A: In some of the misdemeanor courts in Cook County, the prosecution gives charged defendants the alternative of attending theft prevention classes rather than be subject to prosecution. In those cases, you are given the contact information for the theft prevention classes. At least one of the suburban offices refers defendants to the theft prevention classes run by an office through Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital. If you have been given this alternative and have lost the information, please contact your attorney. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com