Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Talking to an attorney at the prison

Can an attorney go talk to the prisoner? Based on the details of their case, they would like to know if they could put in a request for a early release. (Or at least talk to an attorney about their case.)


Asked on 3/10/08, 11:02 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Nicholas Adamucci ADAMUCCI, LLC

Re: Talking to an attorney at the prison

An attorney can talk to a prisoner. If you need further help, you can email me at [email protected].

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Answered on 3/11/08, 8:39 am
George Zuganelis Zuganelis & Zuganelis, Attorneys at Law, P.C.

Re: Talking to an attorney at the prison

An attorney can talk to a prisoner in prison. However, there is no provision in Illinois law that allows for an early release. The prisoner could petition the governor for a comutation of sentence. The governor granting such a petition is extremely rare.

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Answered on 3/11/08, 10:58 am
Kelly Bennett Bennett Law Offices

Re: Talking to an attorney at the prison

Yes, an attorney may speak with an inmate.

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Answered on 3/11/08, 11:44 am


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