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Closing Districts Dec 06, 2011

Shedding a little reality in the discussion about closing districts. Not something you will hear from the Fraternal Order of Police.

Chicago Police Board Reforms Pass City Council Sep 08, 2011

For the first time in 50 years the Chicago Police Board will see reform come to their operations through a ordinance passed by the city council.

Pot Arrests as Important Tool for CPD or Useless Waste of Money and Resources Aug 25, 2011

It is imperative that communities understand the police arrest for purposes other than prosecution.

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Illinois' Gang Gun Law

New Illinois gang gun legislation signed by Governor Quinn on Dec. 3, 2009.

Below you will find Illinois Public Act 096-0829.  Touted as the new gang gun act this law mandates that a "gang member" in possession of a gun is sentenced to 3-10 years in prison and removes any ability for a sentence of probation to be handed down.  CJP questions the ability for the Chicago Police Department or the Cook County State's Attorney's Office to determine in a reliable and consistent fashion, free from corruption, who is and who is not a gang member.  You can read more about our thoughts on this law in our blog post here.

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