Following months of legal debate, the “Pretrial Fairness Act” on Monday will take effect in all 102 of the Illinois’ counties, making Illinois the first state in the nation to eliminate cash bail.
Illinois leaders will hold a press conference at 8 a.m. Monday to discuss the end of cash bail in the stateFollowing months of legal debate, the"Pretrial Fairness Act" on Monday will take effect in all 102 of the Illinois' counties, making Illinois the first state in the nation to eliminate cash bail.
“As a result of nearly two years of thoughtful and collaborative preparation, Cook County is ready to implement the new procedures required by the Pretrial Fairness Act,” she said. “As our court system transitions to the new procedures, my administration will continue to provide resources and support to ensure our continued success.”
Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklyPreckwinkle, along with Illinois House Speaker Emanuel"Chris" Welch, Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx and other local leaders are set to hold a press conference at 8 a.m. Monday to provide more information. NBC Chicago will stream the press conference live in the player above once it begins.
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