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Foxx draft policy to limit prosecution of traffic stops

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COOK COUNTY — Under a new policy draft, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office (CCSAO) would not prosecute gun, drug or stolen property cases if they're the result of what's considered a non-public safety stop, aka a traffic stop for a reason that doesn't pose a safety threat. Examples of a non-public safety stop include being pulled over for an expired plate, registration or a broken light. The draft policy also states the CCSAO would not pr…

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Kim Foxx wouldn’t prosecute gun cases tied to some minor traffic stops under new plan

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx announces she will not seek reelection during a speech at a City Club of Chicago luncheon at Maggiano’s Banquets in River North on April 25, 2023.Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx is floating a new policy that would direct prosecutors in her office to reject drug and gun charges that stem solely from some routine traffic stops.In an interview, Foxx said the draft policy aims to un…

27 days ago·Chicago, United States

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