Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Re: held without bail

Usually 48 hrs. However, this is a very serious

matter. The person held should have the protec-

tion of a lawyer so that he/she will not be co-

erced into making statements that they would not

make, but for being intimidated, etc. Usually,

the presence of an attorney or an attorney visit,

will convince the police officers to release the

individual or contact the assigned Assistant

State's Attorney so that formal charges can be

brought against the person being held. Will be

happy to answer any additional questions that you

may have.