Private Attorney Prosecution Limits

Summary

In Illinois, city attorneys handle city ordinance violations, while states attorneys handle state law violations. Private attorneys may prosecute city violations if appointed, but jurisdiction matters. Consult a local attorney for specific guidance.

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If an attorney is not hired through this state's attorney of the local county , can he prosecute me for a city violation
Hello ****. To accurately provide you with the relevant information, could you please tell me which state or city this situation pertains to?
Illinois livingston county
Hello ****, in Illinois:
- City attorneys typically handle city ordinance violations.
- State's attorneys handle state law violations.
- If you are being prosecuted for a city violation, it would generally be by a city attorney, not a state's attorney.
This is a general rule and may vary depending on the circumstances.
He is not a city attourney
Hello ****, in Illinois, a private attorney may be appointed to prosecute city ordinance violations if the city attorney cannot. However, the prosecution should still remain within the jurisdiction of the city. Can you confirm if this attorney was appointed to the case by the city?
I talked with the circuit clerk of the county she told me this attourney can not procecute me cuz im not in the city im in the county
Hello ****, if this attorney is not appointed by the city, and you're not within their jurisdiction, they may not be able to prosecute you. However, for a definitive answer, consult with a local attorney or seek guidance from your court.