Years ago, you got in trouble in Illinois. You were arrested for a DUI or some other criminal offense, and then you left the state without finishing your case. Maybe you never actually lived in Illinois and picked up the offense while visiting. In any case, it’s been years, maybe even decades, and you would like to put the matter behind you once and for all. Is it too late?
The answer is probably not. An attorney can usually petition the court to bring even a very old case back into court. You would likely have to appear in person, but it may be possible to pick a date for you to come in ahead of time.
Once the matter is reopened, an attorney can help you with the original offense. In some instances, the state may no longer be able to prove your case, leading to a dismissal. In other cases, you might have to negotiate a plea agreement.
If your offense is severe, it may be more difficult to end the matter positively and quickly, but an attorney can help explain the benefits and drawbacks of going back to court as well as help you present your defense in its most favorable light.
If you have questions about this or another related Illinois criminal or traffic matter, please contact Matt Keenan at 847-568-0160 or email matt@mattkeenanlaw.com.
(Besides Skokie, Matt Keenan also serves the communities of Arlington Heights, Chicago, Deerfield, Des Plaines, Evanston, Glenview, Morton Grove, Mount Prospect, Niles, Northbrook, Park Ridge, Rolling Meadows, Wilmette and Winnetka.)