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One of our office’s greatest strengths is its diversity of backgrounds and lived experiences. These experiences drive Assistant State's Attorneys like Erika to not only fight for justice in the courtroom, but to fight for it in her community. #BlackHistoryMonth
As we work to make Cook County a safer place, Assistant State’s Attorney like Weeya knows the importance of our staff being representative of the community we serve. #BlackHistoryMonth
Today is #SaferInternetDay, and we have some great resources for you!
But remember, being safe online is important every day, especially if there are children in the home.
We want to help you stay alert and take precautions against potential fraud during #COVID19. Join us tomorrow for a webinar that will focus on tips and tricks that can help prevent you from being a victim of consumer fraud.
Register here ⬇️
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/protecting-consumers-from-fraud-during-covid-19-tickets-133363438635?aff=
Hatty is staying on her toes with weekly courtroom practice sessions while the courts remain closed.
As temperatures drop well below freezing throughout these winter months, please note the warming centers available throughout Cook County. Stay warm and stay safe!
Cook County Warming Centers Open as Temperatures DropThe Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) reminds residents to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families during cold weather. Municipalities and townships across Cook County have wa...
The Sexual Assault Domestic Violence Division is spreading joy and holiday cheer with an ugly sweater contest and games.
Happy Holidays from all of us to all of you!
🗣 Don’t forget! Apply for one of our two Spring internship programs!
Digital intern: https://rb.gy/kayoyg
Communications intern: https://rb.gy/9y0s7v
“It is always the right time to do the right thing and never too late to deliver justice for those who have been victimized by the criminal actions of those entrusted to protect the community.” - @SAKimFoxx
Cook County prosecutors on Tuesday agreed to drop six more convictions connected to disgraced ex-police Sgt. Ronald Watts
‼️ The deadline is quickly approaching to apply for one of our Spring internship programs! ‼️
Join our team and learn how to pitch reporters, create exciting social media content and more!
Digital intern: https://rb.gy/kayoyg
Communications intern: https://rb.gy/9y0s7v
Kim Foxx
One year ago today I filed motions to vacate the first batch of low-level cannabis convictions in Cook County. We made history by taking the first step in the single largest and most equitable piece of criminal justice reform Illinois has ever seen.
Providing this relief is not only vital to right the wrongs of the past but a statement of the Cook County State's Attorney's Office’s values and commitment to justice.
Come help us spread our message of justice, equality and public safety through social media, videos, design and more in our Spring internship program!
Apply here ⬇️
Digital internship: https://rb.gy/kayoyg
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Join us on Thursday at 5 p.m. as we host a conversation with local experts on the innovative ways we can reduce the ongoing violence in our communities.
Registration is required, so sign up today! ⬇️
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strategies-for-reducing-violence-in-our-communities-tickets-131081222465
Are you interested in shaping stories about criminal justice? Want to learn how to work with the media? If so, come join our team through our Spring internship program!
Apply here ⬇️
Communications internship: https://rb.gy/kayoyg
Do you love social media? Want to learn how to pitch reporters? Care about criminal justice issues?
If so, come join our team through one of our Spring internship programs!
Digital intern: https://rb.gy/kayoyg
Communications intern: https://rb.gy/9y0s7v
As the pandemic continues and winter settles in, be like our facility dog Hatty: Stay warm, stay inside when possible and stay safe!
And don't forget that we have #COVID19-specific resources available on our website.
https://cookcountystatesattorney.org/community-resources-covid-19
Last week, some of our staff volunteered at the Latin American Police Association's Thanksgiving food drive. They collected money and helped with the distribution of food for those without a place to spend the holiday.
Our Victim Witness Unit is one of the oldest & largest prosecutor-based victim service units in the nation.
Serving over 100,000 victims & witnesses each year, they're a crucial part of our trauma-informed approach. Learn more about their work here ⬇️
The mission of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) Victim Witness Assistance Unit is to enhance prosecution efforts by delivering the highest quality of services to victims and witnesses in the areas of advocacy and court support. Our outreach efforts are immediate, and our respons...
Around the holidays, the risk of consumer fraud greatly increases. Check out our resources below:
➡️ Office of the Attorney General, State of Illinois's consumer fraud hotline: 1-800-386-5438
➡️ CCSAO consumer fraud hotline: 312-603-8600
⬇️ Full list of consumer fraud resources and tips
Information on Price Gouging during COVID-19 Pandemic As we all continue to cope amidst this unprecedented public health crisis, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) would like to remind you to be cautious of unscrupulous businesses or companies that may target and prey on consumers...
No one should fear that receiving essential health care could risk their immigration status.
The Trump Administration’s public charge rule builds on this fear and we will continue our fight to permanently block the rule from being enforced.
Undocumented women are risking their health by postponing prenatal care and giving birth at home in response to the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies.
#DidYouKnow that we have public dashboards that provide context and explanation about felony domestic violence and sexual assault case data? Check it out ⬇️
The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (SADV) Division of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is committed to prosecuting crimes against Cook County’s sex offenders and domestic violence abusers. The SADV Division helps the most vulnerable survivors of any age to engage in the ...
Times of crisis often create opportunities for crime. Throughout the pandemic, we have seen an increase in criminal activity, including around consumer fraud. Check out our tips for avoiding being taken advantage of during #COVID19.
Kim Foxx
VICTORY for immigrants across the United States this morning💥
Trump’s egregious and unlawful attempt to tear down America’s immigrants is why I pushed back on his administration’s xenophobic public charge ruling by filing suit—and today WE WON.
Read my release here--> https://www.cookcountystatesattorney.org/news/public-charge-blocked-nationwide
As part of #DVAM2020, our Community Justice Centers partnered with Chicago Police District 12 to put up purple ribbons and domestic violence resource information in West Haven Park and Abla Homes — where the highest number of domestic violence complaints have been filed recently.
Kim Foxx
Personal health care decisions should never be criminalized or politicized. I am committed to ensuring everyone in Cook County is able to exercise their reproductive freedom, including deciding for themselves if and when to become a parent.
You have the right to express your voice at the ballot box. As early voting continues throughout Cook County, if you experience or witness voter fraud or intimidation at the polls, please contact our voter hotline at 773-674-2729.
#DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth is a time of solidarity and support for survivors. This year, we hosted a virtual 24-minute walk — symbolizing the 24 people per minute who are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking. Our staff explain #WhyIWalk:
"Every day I think of the 17 children who started me on my journey of advocating for survivors."
This #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, our Policy Advisor Deirdre wrote about the experiences that led her to this difficult, personal work.
By Deirdre Herrington — Sex and Gender-Based Violence Policy Advisor, Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
We are committed to a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to prosecution. Part of that approach is lifting up the voices of survivors of domestic violence, like Silk. Remember, you are not alone. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
Last week our Community Justice Center South partnered with Chicago Police Department District 6 to bring awareness of domestic violence. They tied purple ribbons around trees and distributed resources and self-care bags. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
Tomorrow we're joining @ChicagoCAPS02 for their "Help is Still Available" domestic violence resource webinar. Learn what is available and how to seek assistance during #COVID19.
The resource webinar begins at 1pm.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/j/94046266975
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Assistant State's Attorneys like Sergio are able to help bring comfort and familiarity to Spanish-speaking victims during a time when so many are at their most vulnerable. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Stephanie knows that building trust in the criminal justice system is crucial to making our communities safer.
Seeing someone that looks like you can help alleviate fears that victims may have throughout the process. Representation matters.
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We are committed to a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to prosecution. Part of that approach is lifting up the voices of survivors of domestic violence, like Silk. Remember, you are not alone. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
Assistant State's Attorneys like Sergio are able to help bring comfort and familiarity to Spanish-speaking victims during a time when so many are at their most vulnerable. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Stephanie knows that building trust in the criminal justice system is crucial to making our communities safer. Seeing someone that looks like you can help alleviate fears that victims may have throughout the process. Representation matters.
Betty highlights our staff's commitment to not only seeking justice in the courtroom, but how they're lifting up and encouraging those in their communities. #HispanicHeritageMonth
During this #HispanicHeritageMonth we're excited to lift up voices in the Latinx community. Throughout the month we're going to share stories from our staff about what their heritage means to them as prosecutors in the State's Attorney's Office. Meet Enrique, from our Felony Trial Division. He highlights one of our office’s greatest strengths, the diversity of backgrounds and lived experiences our staff bring to our mission of making the justice system more fair and equitable for all.
To ensure our communities are represented accurately in the 2020 #Census, we need everyone to #BeCounted. Learn more at My2020Census.gov. #MakeILCount
We recently joined the UChicago Urban Labs, the Chicago Police Department, and My Block, My Hood, My City in North Lawndale for youth-led tours of their community. This program allowed Assistant State's Attorneys and CPD to learn more about neighborhood experiences through the eyes of youth who live there.
“We always have one ultimate goal, and that is to help the person.” –ASA Eileen Flaherty on the Mental Health Court program More than 1,000 people have chosen MHC since its launch – on the last day of #MHM2017, watch and learn more about what they’ve experienced:
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