“For me, this is personal,” said Rep. Sheehan. “I’ve seen the challenges firsthand: departments struggling to recruit, first responders barely getting by financially, or officers dealing with mental health struggles in silence. We can do better, and that’s why I’ve brought forth these important bills.” #safety
Under the SAFE-T Act, the State must file a petition to detain an offender before the court can consider it. A judge can no longer hold someone pretrial absent a prosecutor requesting it. #policy
The Commission on Implementing the Firearms Restraining Order Act (Commission) recently approved a model policy to provide an overall framework law enforcement can follow to secure and execute a Firearms Restraining Order (FRO). #isp
“Public safety is not only a core responsibility of the Cook County Board, but it is essential to the stability of our communities,” said Gordon.
#monicagordon