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Home » bail

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Posted inBlogs

Can an algorithm erase bias in Cook County bond courts?

by Maya Dukmasova October 26, 2016August 18, 2021

Experts debate whether computerized risk-assessment will mitigate or exacerbate alleged racial and class biases among Cook County judges.

Posted inBlogs

DOJ’s new stance on bail bonds won’t help poor inmates in Cook County Jail

by Maya Dukmasova August 25, 2016August 18, 2021

Illinois law already prohibits fixed bail, and the poor are disproportionately jailed anyway.

Posted inBlogs

Is state’s attorney Anita Alvarez protecting public safety—or an obstacle to justice?

by Mick Dumke June 15, 2015August 18, 2021

The race to be Cook County’s top prosecutor gets under way with questions about fairness and incarceration.

Cook County board president Toni Preckwinkle wants the authority to release some low-risk defendants from jail while they’re awaiting trial.
Posted inNews & Politics

The latest Cook County Jail fight

by Mick Dumke January 21, 2014August 18, 2021

Officials continue to battle over who’s getting locked up in Cook County.

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Chief judge: Court problems could be solved if other officials understood civics the way I do

by Mick Dumke October 21, 2013August 19, 2021

The bail and jail system may be a mess, but at least Timothy Evans understands the separation of powers.

Posted inNews & Politics

In bond court, it’s better to be lucky than good

by Mick Dumke October 17, 2013August 19, 2021

In bond court, it’s better to be lucky than good.

Posted inNews & Politics

Do we have the right people locked up?

by Mick Dumke October 16, 2013August 19, 2021

How a medieval court system is costing you money—and compromising safety

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