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The State's Attorney's Office works to uphold public safety through the fair and efficient administration of justice.

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  1. Sep 17

    The CCSAO Community Justice Center joined for a pop-up event with resources for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. More domestic violence resources 👉🏽

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  2. Sep 16

    TOMORROW: Please join the CCSAO Community Justice Center – South & for a pop-up event with violence prevention resources and information.

    Join the 4th District Domestic Violence Sub-committee for a street intervention aimed at addressing the root causes of domestic and gun violence on September 17 at 7900 S. Exchange from 10AM -12PM.
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    Sep 16

    In the interest of justice & public safety, my office is carefully conducting evaluations on complaints made against the Chicago Park District. We’re evaluating the validity of the complaints & will make charging decisions, if applicable, when appropriate.

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    Sep 11

    Big shout out to all the PD fam that came out to Malcolm X on a Sat to volunteer to work the Drivers License Reinstatement Expo. Big thanks to all of the , and clerk staff that made this beautiful day of justice happen.

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    Sep 11

    As we reflect on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and the devastating loss of life, I want to recognize the resiliency of our country and how at such a horrible time in our history people were able to come together in solidarity and rebuild.

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  6. Aug 31

    Today the CCSAO CJC-Central partnered with the Garfield Park Advisory Council, , and to create a clean and safe place for kids to play in Garfield Park.

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  7. Aug 26

    Happy to Hatty, the CCSAO’s first support dog! Hatty is a therapeutic resource to young children & victims of sex crimes. Her primary role is to provide support to these individuals when testifying in court or during interviews w/ prosecutors & other officials.

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  8. Aug 24

    TONIGHT: Experts from the CCSAO and will address the topics of sexual assault, risk factors, victim shaming, rape culture, intimate partner violence, and resources for help. Register 👉

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    Aug 20

    Today’s bill signings are a recognition of the leadership of Network member orgs & who shepherded the DV Fatality Review & ESSL legislation to completion. We are proud of our rockstar colleagues & of Illinois for expanding protections for survivors

    Join us here at 9:30AM for the 's LIVE signing of the Ensuring Success in School Law, HB 3223!
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    Aug 18

    Happening now: join us on Facebook Live for a discussion with prosecutors Larry Krasner, Chesa Boudin, Aisha Braveboy, and Kim Foxx on the superpredator narrative.

    TOMORROW at 12 PM ET, join us + on Facebook Live for a conversation with prosecutors Kimberly Foxx, Chesa Boudin, Aisha Braveboy, and Larry Krasner on the superpredator myth and what reforms they hope to see in the future. Moderated by and !
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    Aug 17

    We need a new normal in prosecution and we need federal leadership to get us there. Today, over 100 bipartisan criminal justice leaders urged to establish a Task Force on 21st Century Prosecution to catalyze change in the criminal legal system.

    Gray Lady Justice with blue text saying Over 100 Criminal Justice Leaders Tell President Biden: Lead the Way in Reforming Prosecution.
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    Aug 14

    The Bud Billiken Parade is one of the best back to school traditions in Chicago!

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    Aug 10

    Statement from Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx on Police Shooting

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    Aug 9

    Cook County State’s Attorney Files Charges for the Murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French

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    Aug 4

    I’m excited to welcome three new Assistant State’s Attorneys to the .

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    Aug 4

    Wishing you a happy and healthy 60th birthday, !

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    Jul 28

    . founder McKinley Nelson explains his “why” for getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Get your shot today to protect yourself, your family, your friends and your community. Visit .

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  18. Jul 27

    Once the FRU makes a decision to approve charges a case will proceed through court. The FRU has approved 85% of all violent crime charges presented to them since took office in December of 2016. 3/3

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  19. Jul 27

    Once the review process is complete, the FRU will either approve or decline to file the charges, or choose to continue the case for law enforcement to do further investigation. The FRU is also contacted for assistance in securing search warrants and arrest warrants. 2/3

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  20. Jul 27

    Once an arrest is made, law enforcement sends the case to the CCSAO Felony Review Unit for review of felony charges. This is the first step of the honest and vigilant prosecution of crimes -  making charging decisions and ensuring that appropriate cases get charged. 1/3

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