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• Is it normal for the victim of a crime to decide if the defendant gets a felony or misdemeanor? Aug 21, 2026
  criminal defense attorney — Illinois
  Location: Illinois: I was assaulted by my ex boyfriend and threatened with an axe. He used the axe to damage my furniture. The police came and allowed him to leave. He then returned and scratched my car. He also called the police on me, lying to say I stole from…
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• Can my ex fight an active order of protection a year after it was granted and the deadline to appeal has passed? Aug 12, 2026
  domestic violence attorney — Illinois
  Location: Illinois A year ago I sought and was granted a 2-year plenary order of protection against an ex who sexually assaulted and stalked me. He did not abide by the OP, and now he's in jail facing many felony weapons charges (under IL law, it's a felony for him…
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• Ex filed $8k small claims suit alleging "unlawful eviction" & missing/damaged items after Emergency Order of Protection Aug 7, 2026
  domestic violence attorney — Illinois
  Location: Illinois My ex-partner filed an $8k small claims lawsuit against me claiming he was "removed without a 30-day notice or eviction letter," lost access to personal/business property, and incurred costs for temporary lodging, travel, storage, moving, replacement, and alleged damaged/missing property. ​Here is the exact detailed timeline of events:…
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• Communication question Aug 5, 2026
  criminal defense attorney — Illinois
  Good evening, is it normal to not have any communication with your lawyer until the day of your court date? My lawyer does not communicate with me until the day of court. For reference: I was charged with felony theft of $40 (enhanced because of it being a school or…
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