Video Court Hearings Could Help Bottom Line, Hurt Kids
A new proposal in Illinois aims to reduce the time juveniles spend behind bars before their trial, but some argue it might not be in the best interests of the young people accused of wrongdoing.
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A new proposal in Illinois aims to reduce the time juveniles spend behind bars before their trial, but some argue it might not be in the best interests of the young people accused of wrongdoing.
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More Illinois counties are turning to video court to save money and time on legal proceedings, but the practice may have some drawbacks for the accused.
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