Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart said his top priority is to eliminate systemic racism in the justice system and make Lake County safer, according to a public letter he wrote. Rinehart said that he is pledging safety, equality and transparency as pillars of his new administration. “We must make Lake County safer and our […]
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Gov. Pritzker, Lake County state’s attorney issue statements of support for criminal justice reform bill
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart both signaled their support for the newly approved criminal justice reform bill, which ends cash bail and implements police reform measures. House Bill 3653 — formerly House Bill 163 — passed by a 60-50 vote early Wednesday morning. The Senate passed the bill by […]
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Eric Rinehart sworn in as the new Lake County state’s attorney
Eric Rinehart, who defeated Michael Nerheim, was sworn in Tuesday morning as Lake County State’s Attorney and promised to reduce crime and end disparities in the courtroom. Lake County Chief Judge Diane Winter swore in Lake County State’s Attorney Eric F. Rinehart in front of nearly two dozen friends and family members at the Lake […]