Cook County Board - Criminal Justice Committee Meeting September 21, 2022 Big controversy over Cook County Court use of SCRAM devices Lots of contradictory points were made by justice groups, public defender office, and some Commissioners vs. the Chief Judge’s Office regarding the Court use of SCRAM ankle bracelets for DUI and other alcohol-related defendants. These devices measure perspiration to determine if the offender has consumed alcohol. The wearer is to avoid all alcohol consumption. Points made by Jim Anderson, CFO of Chief Judge Office:
1. condition of probation 2. in bond court as a condition of release 3. plea deal to avoid the charge of DUI being on the defendant’s record Points made by justice groups and some commissioners:
Cook County Board - Pension Committee September 21, 2022 A steady depletion of assets in Retirement Funds for CC and FPD despite a great investment year (2021)
Observer: Karin Hribar
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