Timothy Evans

The Illinois state flag outside the Leighton Criminal Court Building on Jan. 23, 2023.

Cook County chief judge: Judges must balance efficiency with respect for a defendant’s right to a fair trial

June 16, 2023 at 5:00 a.m.

The Circuit Court of Cook County is committed to the administration of justice for all citizens. In all criminal cases, the court is committed to providing fairness for defendants and...

Chief Judge Timothy Evans issued a bail reform order for Cook County in 2017.

Chief Judge Timothy Evans: Bail reform is not putting the public at risk

May 31, 2019 at 4:25 p.m.

There are many aspects of the court system that can lead to misunderstanding and confusion. Lately, this is most evident in public perception of the pretrial process. This is the...

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