Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Minor Drinking

Hi. I recently recieved one year probation for minor drinking. Shortly after I was again charged with minor drinking. What will my punishment be and is there anyway of fighting/dismissing this with a lawyer? This took place at a house where the police crawled in through a window without a warrant. I thought this was illegal. There were many other people charged with the same crime so they would also be very interested in this. An officer told many people there that ''The door was locked, good thing there was an open window I could get through.'' I thought this was illegal but maybe not. Thanks for your help.


Asked on 11/30/03, 7:51 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Rosenblat Michael C. Rosenblat., P.C.

Re: Minor Drinking

You asked several questions. First, the police need probable cause to search and a warrant under most circumstances. Second if you are convicted you punishment will be determined by the court. Under the facts given it may be possible to quash the arrest and have the case dismissed.

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Answered on 12/01/03, 1:50 pm
Mary McDonagh McDonagh-Faherty Law Offices

Re: Minor Drinking

What will my punishment be and is there anyway of fighting/dismissing this with a lawyer? It really depends on the details specific to your case.

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Answered on 12/01/03, 8:17 pm


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