Jan. 1 brought about changes in Illinois law with the SAFE-T Act but one of the most controversial parts, the Pre-trial Fairness Act that eliminates cash bail was ruled unconstitutional by a Circuit Court Judge just before the New Year.
Knox County State’s Attorney Jeremy Karlin talked to WGIL Wednesday about issues with Pre-Trial Fairness Act, how his office had handled last-minute changes to the law and its implementation, and more.
