Cook County Public Defender’s Office
@CookCoDefender
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We protect the fundamental rights, liberties and dignity of each person whose case has been entrusted to us by providing the finest legal representation.
69 W Washington St., Chicago
Joined September 2019
Meet us at our Freedom Defense Center in Roseland or Austin for our Free Community Food Giveaway. 10am-1pm while supplies last.
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Join us on December 8th for a free KYR workshop on Juvenile Records in partnership with @cabrinigreenlegalaid at the Freedom Defense Center of Roseland, 11437 S. Michigan. Learn how juvenile records work and what options exist for sealing/expungement. All are welcome!
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"With that said, there are some horrible, horrible, tragic examples of somebody being accused of another offense, but I don't think any law can stop that from happening."
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"The vast majority of people who are accused of a criminal offense and are released do not get re-arrested or re-accused of another offense," said Sharone R. Mitchell Jr., the Cook County Public Defender. https://t.co/dRI8igsBIu
fox32chicago.com
The county's top prosecutor also said she'd work with the chief judge to make sure the program works better.
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There's still time to attend today's Know Your Rights Virtual Town Hall! Register here: https://t.co/qnyx3ZvBbO
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Or meet us at the Freedom Defense Center of Austin on the Westside!
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It’s happening at our Freedom Defense Center of Roseland! We’re here til 1pm!
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Today! Starting at 10am while supplies last at both of our Freedom Defense Centers!
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The Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender has opposed the State’s Attorney’s felony bypass policy since its inception, and we oppose any expansion. Read more about our position below:
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We’re here until 3pm! Stop by our table at the 3rd annual Gun Violence Prevention Expo at the UIC Forum
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Thank you for joining us to celebrate our new Freedom Defense Center of Austin!
The IPP Education team educated participants at the "Defenders of the Court" Legal Resource Fair at Aspire Center, hosted by @CookCoDefender . YOU can invite IPP to your event; we'll share our resources & our personal experiences of incarceration. https://t.co/cotn4OTBCK
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Defenders of the Court was all about connection, collaboration, and care. Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared, and supported - this is what community defense looks like in action.
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Games on the court, fresh cuts off it - our barbers, Justin Fields, Jeron Stokes, & Scooter the Barber - kept going strong until the end. Thank you for keeping Austin looking sharp!
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From smoky BBQ to sweet & icy treats - Nephew's Barbeque, What's Poppin' Gourmet Popcorn & Italian Ice, and The Love Juice, kept the crowd happy, while Charles Perry & The Kindness Campaign ensured that fresh produce reached the community! Flavor + Kindness = Austin love
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Partnerships made it possible - huge thanks to @mbmhmc, @westsidehealth1, @ACT_Chicago, @NonviolenceChi, our Emcee @firemixtapess, and DJ @djwillthethrill, as well as Sun Streetball, for teaming up with us to make Defenders of the Court a slam dunk for the community!
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From the court to the community, yesterday's Defenders of the Court brought Austin neighbors together for a Legal Resource Fair and a 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at our new Freedom Defense Center of Austin at the Aspire Center!
nbcchicago.com
The Cook County Public Defender’s office hosted a 3-on-3 basketball tournament with My Block, My Hood, My City Tuesday that doubled as an opportunity for community members to get legal assistance....
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Need help reinstating your license? Our Administrative Hearings team will be at the 13th Driver’s License Reinstatement Expo, hosted by @pilsenneighbors! 🗓️ Saturday, Sept 13, 2025 ⏰ 9AM–3PM 📍 Malcolm X College ✅ Pre-registration required: https://t.co/sBSaE6X5ep
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