Judge Thomas Nowinski allowed Constantin Beldie to be released on electronic monitoring; his wife was fatally stabbed Tuesday
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza is calling for Cook County Judge Thomas Nowinski 's resignation after his release of a suspected killer.A Cook County judge is facing harsh criticism for releasing a suspect from custody who later allegedly killed his wife.Thousands of residents come through Cook County's domestic violence court each year, seeking protection from abusers.
In October, Judge Thomas Nowinski allowed Constantin Beldie to be released on electronic monitoring, despite a request from prosecutors that he remain in prison."I think there is a need to evaluate how we find ourselves here again," Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx said. Illinois' comptroller does not have control of judicial appointment, but spoke out Thursday after reviewing the court documents herself.
Margaret Duval is the executive director for Ascend Justice, part of The Network, which advocates for domestic violence survivors.
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