What are some disadvantages of pleading guilty in court?

You will incur assessments (costs) in addition to a fine. You may incur a higher fine than was offered by the Town as a settlement. By appearing in court, you will then have a court record, which becomes part of a public record and is accessible when searching McLean County’s Public Access Search System. While a settlement with the Town is also a matter of public record, rarely do background checks include a check for an ordinance violation.

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1. When is my court date?
2. Can someone else appear in court on my behalf (for example, a friend or family member)?
3. Do I need an attorney?
4. What are my options in court?
5. What are the consequences of pleading guilty in court?
6. What are some of the advantages of pleading guilty in court?
7. What are some disadvantages of pleading guilty in court?
8. What are the advantages of pleading not guilty?
9. What are the disadvantages of pleading not guilty?