By Glenn Minnis |
Jan 19, 2021
Newly-elected state Rep. David Friess argues the Criminal Justice Reform bill now being pushed by democrats in Springfield stands to set a dangerous precedent.“I believe this bill unfairly stereotypes all officers based on the actions of a few,” Friess told the Metro East Sun. “While bad actors can appear in any line of work, we must not fall into the trap of demonizing all law enforcement.”Friess is one of a growing number of republican lawmakers now frantically sounding the alarm about the House Bill 163, which, among other things, seeks to enact changes that include prohibiting pre-trial detention and removing all due process protections for officers.Supported by the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, the bill would also expand police reform on use of force, increase crisis training and prohibit chokeholds.