Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Re: Court notice.

Apparently you posted a bond and did not show up for a hearing. That bond will be lost on 1/9 unless you go to court. There is some possibility that at that time a warrant will be issued for your arrest.

Re: Court notice.

I am not that clear, based upon what you have written as a question, what it is you are asking.... but, I suspect that you were (1) issued a village ordinance violation and on that citation it indicated that you needed to appear for court on such-and-such-a-date; (2) you either didn't appear or didn't pay by the date indicated on your citation (or prior court paperwork); (3) your bond - which in Illinois can be a multitude of things, including your driver's license - depends what you "put up," has now been revoked/forfeited to the court (meaning you'll have to pay); and (4) you've got to pay before final judgment on the citation is entered & you owe more. I would suggest going to the village/police station who wrote the citation and turning yourself in. Bring the notice with you, as well as the original citation paperwork - and MONEY to pay your bond. Definitely make sure that you appear to any court dates you have notice of and, if you've worked out some sort of "payment plan," make sure you pay as you agreed to with the Court.

Re: Court notice.

The prior two answers are all right. Someone was facing a charge , posted bond, and failed to appear in court. I would add that I have handled several similar cases and convinced the state's attorney (or village attorney) to consent to a Motion to set aside the bond forfeiture. The judge may then grant the Motin and approve a plea bargain so that you will not lose the money you posted for bond and might even avoid a conviction on the charge. You may call me for a consultaion if you are interested.