Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

simply battery

My aunts landlord pressed charges against me claming I kicked her. The police handcuffed me did not ask me my side of the story and did not read me my rights before or after they handcuffed me. they did not ask the people who witnessed the scene, she made any questions, they beleive her because she was the property owner. I did not kick her and I just graduated from High School and received a full scholarship to Alabama state University. I do not Live in Chicago, I was just visting. All this started because we were sitting on the front porch and she got angry. What can be done to clear my name and record


Asked on 8/01/02, 5:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Shestokas Shestokas, & Associates

Re: simply battery

You do not mention if you were given a court date. I assume that you were. It is important, in order to have this matter over quickly as possible to have an attorney before you go to court, or else the judge will give you another date and make you return with a lawyer. In order to resolve the matter in your favor, it is likely that a trial will be needed. In these type of cases it is very difficult to prove a case against you beyond a reasonable doubt, but you need to contest the matter for a favorable outcome. If you are not aware, the charge of battery is a Class "A" misdemeanor that carries a possible sentence of up to 364 days in jail and a fine of up to $2,500. If you wish to discuss your case you can call 630-243-0099.

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Answered on 8/02/02, 7:51 am


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