Richard Irvin first praised, now slams, criminal justice bill

In Illinois, the sweeping criminal justice bill has become a focal point. Hailed by criminal justice reformers but criticized by many in law enforcement, last year’s bill called for abolishing cash bail in 2023, requires police officers statewide to wear body cameras by 2025, eliminates requirements for signing sworn affidavits when filing complaints against officers and creates a new process to decertify abusive police.