Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

public service

I was recently ordered to perform 75 hours of public/community service by a judge and have only done about 12 hours. I was wondering what would happen if I did not complete these hours by the deadline that was given? A friend of mine told me I could pay $$$ the hours off, is that an alternative?


Asked on 1/16/07, 12:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Kelly Bennett Bennett Law Offices

Re: public service

You do not provide enough information to properly answer. However, in such cases it is commong for a sentence would be modified and for the defendant to spend some time in jail in lieu of community service.

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Answered on 1/16/07, 10:24 pm
David Shestokas Shestokas, & Associates

Re: public service

It is not unusual for a judge to convert incomplete community service to time in jail. You should probably have a lawyer with you when you return to court. Feel free to contact our office to discuss your situation.

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Answered on 1/16/07, 10:35 pm


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