An assistant Lake County state’s attorney has been awarded by a non-profit organization for his “commitment to justice” for impaired and reckless driving crash victims.
Assistant Lake County State’s Attorney John Brown received the 2024 Outstanding Assistant State’s Attorney Award at the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) 34th Annual Benefit & Silent Auction in Addison on October 20.
Brown serves as Chief of the Traffic and Misdemeanor Division with the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office.
During the ceremony, AAIM Executive Director Rita Kreslin highlighted Brown for his dedication and tireless efforts in preventing tragedies and working to assist victims of drunk driving in Lake County.
“John Brown’s leadership in the DUI unit and the collaboration between AAIM and the Lake County State Attorney’s Office are vital in holding impaired drivers accountable, benefiting crash victims, and increasing roadway safety,” Kreslin said.
“His dedicated work exemplifies a strong commitment to justice, making our community safer,” Kreslin said.
Every year, AAIM hosts the special luncheon to express gratitude to the law enforcement community, court personnel and victim advocates for their efforts in preventing accidents.
“None of us do it for the awards, but it was sincerely an honor to be recognized with the Misdemeanor/Traffic Division for doing our job in prosecuting impaired driving in Lake County,” Brown said.
The annual AAIM event raises crucial funds for our Victim’s Assistance Fund and provides a platform for sharing the impactful stories of the families supported by AAIM.
“John Brown is a fantastic leader within the office,” said Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, who attended the event. “He is a committed public servant and teacher for those attorneys who are just starting their career.”